New York Bill Would Ban ICE Agents From Wearing Masks During Arrests
New York leaders are advocating for the “No Masks For ICE” Act, a proposed bill aimed at increasing transparency of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. The bill, spearheaded by Rep. Nydia Velazquez, would prohibit ICE agents from wearing face coverings during arrests. Additionally, the legislation mandates that agents clearly display their name and agency, a response to concerns about masked and unmarked agents causing fear and a lack of accountability within immigrant communities. The bill was introduced in response to instances across the U.S. of ICE agents conducting arrests while masked, unmarked, and operating in plainclothes.
John Q. Hosedrinker