This bill establishes a new crime in Alaska related to peace officers wearing masks in public while performing their official duties. Specifically, it introduces a section to AS 11.56 that makes it a class B misdemeanor for a peace officer to knowingly conceal their face with a mask or disguise while interacting with the public. However, there are exceptions to this rule for officers who are on undercover assignments or who are wearing protective gear such as a face shield, medical mask, or smoke protection mask, provided they meet certain conditions.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the new law applies to offenses committed on or after its effective date, which is immediate upon enactment. This legislation aims to ensure transparency and accountability among peace officers while allowing for necessary exceptions in specific circumstances.

Statutes affected:
HB0250A, AM HB 250, introduced 01/09/2026: