The proposed bill amends the Michigan Penal Code by adding Section 396a, which mandates that law enforcement officers must wear an appropriate uniform while performing their duties and prohibits them from wearing masks or personal disguises, with specific exceptions. Officers are allowed to wear masks to prevent the transmission of airborne diseases, protect against airborne toxins during a state of emergency, or for physical protection of the face. Violating this requirement would result in a misdemeanor charge, punishable by up to 90 days in jail or a fine of up to $500.

Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions related to the law enforcement officers and the types of masks that are permissible. It specifies that the section does not apply to officers engaged in undercover assignments, which are defined as investigative activities using an assumed name or cover identity. The bill is set to take effect 90 days after being enacted into law.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 750.1, 750.568