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IN SB0073

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

Gary Byrne

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Wearing a mask with intent to conceal identity at a public assembly (gathering of 10+ persons in a public place) becomes a Class C misdemeanor, elevated to Class A misdemeanor for repeat offenses

  • Rioting while wearing a mask is elevated to a Level 6 felony, adding mask-wearing to existing aggravating factors like use of deadly weapons or causing serious bodily injury

  • Disorderly conduct while wearing a mask is elevated from a Class B misdemeanor to a Level 6 felony

  • Exemptions from the mask definition include holiday costumes, theater costumes, religious coverings, occupational safety equipment, physician-prescribed medical devices, motorcycle/bicycle helmets, athletic equipment, and coverings worn by EMS providers or law enforcement

  • Defense available if the assembly occurs on private property where the property owner has granted permission for mask-wearing

Legislative Description

Masks at public assemblies.

Last Action

First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law

12/8/2025

Committee Referrals

Corrections & Criminal Law12/8/2025

Full Bill Text

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