Iowa HF2233 prohibits peace officers from wearing facial coverings while on duty and imposes penalties for violations.

Iowa HF2233 establishes that peace officers cannot wear facial coverings while performing their duties. A "facial covering" is defined as any opaque mask, garment, helmet, headgear, or other item that conceals or obscures the facial identity of an individual. Exceptions include translucent face shields, medical or surgical masks, and other specified protective gear. A peace officer who willfully and knowingly violates this provision is guilty of a serious misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in confinement and a fine of at least $430 but not more than $2,560.

Iowa HF2233 prohibits peace officers from wearing facial coverings while on duty and imposes penalties for violations.

Iowa HF2233 establishes that peace officers cannot wear facial coverings while performing their duties. A "facial covering" is defined as any opaque mask, garment, helmet, headgear, or other item that conceals or obscures the facial identity of an individual. Exceptions include translucent face shields, medical or surgical masks, and other specified protective gear. A peace officer who willfully and knowingly violates this provision is guilty of a serious misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in confinement and a fine of at least $430 but not more than $2,560.