Bill > HB1880

This bill makes two key changes to Pennsylvania state law. First, it modifies the existing statute on impersonating a public servant by changing the degree of the misdemeanor from a second-degree to a first-degree offense, which typically carries more serious potential penalties. Second, the bill introduces a new section addressing identity concealment by federal immigration officials, prohibiting them from concealing their faces while performing duties, with some specific exemptions. These exemptions include undercover assignments, wearing protective masks during natural disasters or emergencies, and medical-grade masks during disaster emergencies. The bill defines federal immigration officials as employees or agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Customs and Border Protection, and those charged with immigration enforcement. Violations of the identity concealment provision would result in a $5,000 civil penalty per occurrence. The law is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, providing time for affected agencies and officials to understand and implement the new requirements.

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