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OH HB691

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Karen Brownlee

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Origin

House of Representatives

136th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits state and federal law enforcement officers from wearing masks or personal disguises while interacting with the public during official duties

  • Exempts medical-grade masks (surgical, N95, KN95) for disease prevention, masks for smoke/environmental protection, and protective equipment worn by SWAT officers

  • Requires all law enforcement officers to visibly display their name and badge number as part of their uniform

  • Violations constitute a fourth-degree misdemeanor

  • Does not apply to officers engaged in undercover assignments

Legislative Description

Enact the Community and Police Protection Act

Crimes, Corrections, and Law Enforcement : Law Enforcement

Last Action

Referred to committee: Public Safety

2/18/2026

Committee Referrals

Public Safety2/18/2026

Full Bill Text

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