Breaking: The Senate passed SB 5855, sponsored by @SenValdez46th, a bill that would bar law enforcement from wearing face coverings. Supporters say federal agents roaming with masks have unsettled residents. The sponsor and proponents urge rapid action so the measure can move to the executive’s desk for signature — “This bill must move quickly to my desk so I can sign it into…” — underscoring urgency to finalize the restriction. Critics warn banning masks could endanger officer safety and impede undercover work. Debate now shifts to final legislative steps and whether the executive will sign or veto the bill. soon.

Breaking: The Senate passed SB 5855, sponsored by @SenValdez46th, a bill that would bar law enforcement from wearing face coverings. Supporters say federal agents roaming with masks have unsettled residents. The sponsor and proponents urge rapid action so the measure can move to the executive’s desk for signature — “This bill must move quickly to my desk so I can sign it into…” — underscoring urgency to finalize the restriction. Critics warn banning masks could endanger officer safety and impede undercover work. Debate now shifts to final legislative steps and whether the executive will sign or veto the bill. soon.

Breaking: WA Senate passed SB 5855, Javier Valdez’s bill banning law-enforcement face-coverings. Supporters say masked federal agents unsettle residents; critics warn it risks officer safety and undercover ops. Thoughts? Comment. Source: WA Senate Democrats #news

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