NE LB906

Law enforcement officers on duty in Nebraska are prohibited from wearing facial coverings (balaclavas, tactical masks, ski masks) or personal disguises, and must display identification showing their name, badge number, and agency name/initials

Exceptions allow facial coverings for covert operations, disease prevention, protection from bodily fluids/toxins/smoke, high-risk tactical situations (shootouts, hostage situations), underwater activities, motorcycle helmets, and laser eye protection

Violations constitute a Class III misdemeanor unless the officer's agency has adopted a compliant written policy, which all Nebraska law enforcement agencies must publicly post by October 1, 2026

Evidence collected by an officer violating the facial covering requirements is inadmissible in civil or criminal proceedings, and the officer cannot testify about matters occurring during the violation (with exceptions for self-defense testimony or due process requirements)

The bill modifies the Political Subdivisions Tort Claims Act and State Tort Claims Act to remove immunity exceptions for intentional torts (assault, battery, false arrest, etc.) when committed by officers violating the facial covering requirements