Proposed ban on police face coverings gains momentum in WA Legislature

By: Jake Goldstein-Street

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: January 13, 2026

Words: 609

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 5 days ago

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A ban on police face coverings has been one of the most talked about policy proposals in the first two days of Washington’s legislative session, with lead lawmakers and the governor lining up in support.

Senate Bill 5855, which covers local, state and federal law enforcement, stems from fears of masked federal agents carrying out immigration raids and arrests across the country.

The bill’s prime sponsor, Sen. Javier Valdez, D-Seattle, said he …

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