Suburban New York county bans wearing of masks to hide identity

Category: Legislation

Nassau County lawmakers in New York have passed a bill banning masks in public places, allowing exemptions 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 argue it infringes on free speech and could lead to unfair enforcement against marginalized groups.

Keywords: mask ban, Nassau County, free speech

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Update At: 8/7/2024

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