Nassau County bans wearing of face masks to hide identity

Category: Legislation

Nassau County lawmakers in New York have passed a bill banning masks in public, with exceptions for health, religious, or cultural reasons. The bill aims to prevent violent protesters from hiding their identities, following a rise in antisemitic incidents linked to masked individuals. Critics, including the New York Civil Liberties Union, argue it infringes on free speech and could lead to unfair enforcement. The measure imposes penalties for non-compliance and has sparked significant public debate.

Keywords: mask ban, Nassau County, free speech

Source: NBC New York

Update At: 8/7/2024

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