Nassau County legislature passes ban on public masking after anti-Israel protests

Category: Legislation

Nassau County legislature passed the 'Mask Transparency Act' to outlaw masks at protests, citing a rise in antisemitism and harassment. The bill, proposed by Israeli-American legislator Mazi Pilip, aims to prevent individuals from concealing their identities in public. It has faced opposition from civil rights groups and pro-Palestinian activists, who argue it infringes on free assembly rights. The law will not apply to masks worn for health or cultural reasons and will take effect once signed by the county executive.

Keywords: Mask Transparency Act, antisemitism, protests

Source: Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Update At: 8/7/2024

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