Tennessee HB1442 amends law enforcement officer regulations regarding mask and face covering use during emergencies and public interactions.
Tennessee HB1442 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, to establish rules for law enforcement officers regarding masks and face coverings. It prohibits officers from wearing masks or face coverings while interacting with the public during emergencies related to natural disasters, except for those meeting N95 classification standards or designed to protect against smoke exposure. Additionally, officers must clearly display their name or badge number on their uniforms when interacting with the public. Violations are classified as Class C misdemeanors. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.
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