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Yonkers mask ban proposal sparks debate

Violators would face fines under the proposal, which has drawn concerns from local students seeking clarifications on targeted masks.

News 12 Staff

Nov 5, 2024, 6:54 AM

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A proposed mask ban in Yonkers has ignited debate among residents, with the City Council reviewing legislation prohibiting masks in public, except for health or religious purposes.

Violators would face fines under the proposal, which has drawn concerns from local students seeking clarifications on targeted masks.

Regional efforts to restrict masks include Nassau County's Mask Transparency Act, enacted in August, and a proposed subway mask ban in New York City.

The proposal's fate remains uncertain pending further discussion.

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