New York plans to introduce a new misdemeanor charge against those who wear masks while committing crimes, as part of an upcoming state budget bill. Governor Kathy Hochul's proposal aims to address concerns about concealing identities during illegal acts. This comes after previous discussions and pushback regarding mask bans in public transport, particularly in light of antisemitic incidents. The measure also reflects growing scrutiny over crime following national political trends and will be submitted to lawmakers soon for consideration.
The proposal to criminalize wearing masks during crimes re-emerges as part of New York's new budget, aiming to bolster safety against concealed perpetrators.
After earlier resistance, Hochul's administration now backs a misdemeanor charge for wearing masks while committing or fleeing a felony as scrutiny on crime increases.
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