Some Pennsylvania lawmakers think ICE agents should be unmasked.
Pennsylvania is joining several states in considering a bill to require ICE agents to clearly identify themselves. The bill would “prohibit the use of face coverings, masks, or otherwise concealing apparel that obscures identity during official operations.” It would also require officers to “wear identifiable uniforms or clothing clearly indicating their department, agency, or affiliation.”
Part of the “Unmask ICE” effort, the proposed law would mandate agents wear uniforms and visible badges with ID numbers, with penalties for noncompliance. Exceptions would be made for undercover work and public health reasons.
The bill, backed by Senators Nikil Saval (D-Philadelphia) and Amanda Cappelletti (D-Norristown), is part of the broader “Unmask ICE” effort also seen in California, New York, Massachusetts, and Tennessee.
