Category: Legislation
Nassau County lawmakers passed the Mask Transparency Act, making it a crime to wear masks in public to conceal identity, with penalties of up to a year in jail or a $1,000 fine. The bill, supported by Republicans, aims to address antisemitic incidents but faces criticism from civil liberties groups for potential misuse by law enforcement.
Keywords: Mask Transparency Act, Nassau County, mask ban
Update At: 8/6/2024