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NJ S4988
Bill
Status
12/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Benjie Wimberly
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AI Summary
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Prohibits law enforcement officers at federal, state, county, and municipal levels from wearing masks or disguises while interacting with the public during official duties
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Provides exceptions for officers engaged in undercover assignments, wearing non-face-concealing protective shields, or wearing smoke protection masks during a declared State of Emergency
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Allows medical-grade masks or N95 respirators only if the officer obtains a written statement from a licensed physician certifying the mask is necessary to protect the officer's health
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Classifies violations as a disorderly persons offense, punishable by a fine of $500 to $1,000, up to six months imprisonment, or both
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Prohibits law enforcement officers from wearing mask or disguise while interacting with public.
Law and Public Safety
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
12/15/2025