Texas police in Uvalde were ill-equipped to handle a mass shooting due to outdated radio systems. They had been requesting updates for years from Governor Abbott. This lack of funding raises concerns for Arkansas, where they also do not collect income taxes, prompting questions about the cost and readiness of their police force.
TX police were inadequately equipped to handle the mass shooting at Uvalde. For YEARS, they asked Gov Abbott to update their radio system.
The state doesnt collect income taxes, & they don't equip their police.
Is that what you want in Arkansas? What will it cost us? #arpx
— Cortney McKee for Arkansas (@MckeeCortney) September 16, 2023
In the wake of the tragic mass shooting incident in Uvalde, Texas, questions have been raised about the adequacy of the state’s police force and their equipment. According to recent reports, the Texas police were ill-equipped to handle the situation due to outdated radio systems. For years, law enforcement agencies in the state had been appealing to Governor Abbott to update their communication systems.
This incident has drawn attention to the fact that Texas does not collect income taxes and, as a result, lacks the necessary funds to adequately equip their police forces. The implications of this issue go beyond the borders of Texas, as it raises concerns about the potential consequences for other states, such as Arkansas.
Cortney McKee, an advocate for improved police equipment in Arkansas, took to Twitter to express her concerns. She questioned whether the lack of investment in law enforcement equipment in Texas is a model that Arkansas wants to follow. McKee emphasized the need to consider the potential costs and consequences of such a decision.
The incident in Uvalde serves as a tragic reminder of the importance of equipping law enforcement agencies with the necessary tools to effectively respond to emergencies. It also highlights the need for states to allocate sufficient resources to ensure the safety and security of their communities.
As discussions surrounding police funding and equipment continue, it remains to be seen what actions will be taken to address these concerns and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future..
TX police were inadequately equipped to handle the mass shooting at Uvalde. For YEARS, they asked Gov Abbott to update their radio system.
The state doesnt collect income taxes, & they don’t equip their police.
Is that what you want in Arkansas? What will it cost us? #arpx
— Cortney McKee for Arkansas (@MckeeCortney) September 16, 2023