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OH HB691
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Karen Brownlee
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AI Summary
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Prohibits state and federal law enforcement officers from wearing masks or personal disguises while interacting with the public during official duties
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Exempts medical-grade masks (surgical, N95, KN95) for disease prevention, masks for smoke/environmental protection, and protective equipment worn by SWAT officers
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Requires all law enforcement officers to visibly display their name and badge number as part of their uniform
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Violations constitute a fourth-degree misdemeanor
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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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