Requires law enforcement officer to reveal facial identity during certain public interactions and to present sufficient identification prior to arresting or detaining person.

The undercover assignment exemption was broadened to also cover 'other tactical operation, including violent-crime or organized-crime suppression,' giving officers more situations where they can remain masked.

A new exemption was added for officers who are the subject of a threat of retaliation resulting from the performance of their official duties.

A new exemption was added for officers wearing a mask designed to protect against exposure to cold during a weather emergency.

A new exemption was added for officers wearing a mask to protect against exposure to biological or chemical agents during an incident where such agents may be present.

The requirement that an officer obtain a statement from a licensed physician certifying a medical mask or N95 respirator is necessary was removed, making it easier for officers to use such masks without documentation.

The bill's status changed from 'Introduced Pending Technical Review by Legislative Counsel' to 'As reported by the Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee on February 12, 2026, with amendments.'

Assemblyman Michael Venezia was added as a sponsor and numerous additional co-sponsors were listed (Brennan, Carter, Wainstein, Bhalla, Pintor Marin, Freiman, Stanley, Kearney).

The bill statement section explaining the purpose and context of the legislation was removed from the reprint version.