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Unmask ICE Act Bars Officers from Hiding Identity in Montgomery

mcg-pio Jun 1, 2026
County Executive Marc Elrich signed Expedited Bill 5-26, the Unmask ICE Act, on June 1, 2026, at the Isiah Leggett Office Building in Rockville. The law prohibits any law enforcement agency operating in Montgomery County from wearing masks or facial coverings while on duty, with narrow exceptions for health and safety. Officers are also required to display and verbally disclose their agency, name, and badge number upon request.
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Source: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD, “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich to Sign Four Important Immigration Protection Bills Passed by the County Council”, received Jun 1, 2026.

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