MN HF3412

Amends Minnesota Statutes section 609.735 to add a new exception for protecting against smoke, gas, or other airborne toxins to the existing list of lawful reasons for concealing one's identity in public

Concealing identity in public remains a misdemeanor unless for religious beliefs, amusement, entertainment, weather protection, airborne toxin protection, or medical treatment

Creates new exemptions for state peace officers and federal law enforcement officers while performing official duties

Undercover officers may conceal their identity when necessary to preserve investigation integrity or officer safety

Tactical response team members may wear face masks when doing so will substantially reduce a known risk of serious permanent facial disfigurement