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Nassau County Mask Ban Violates Federal & State Law
August 9, 2024 – Albany NY: On Monday, August 5, the Nassau County legislature passed a local law making it a crime to wear a mask in public and private spaces.
DRNY provided testimony before the Legislature setting forth our opposition to the bill which will discriminate against people with disabilities.
“This law violates Federal and State anti-discrimination laws that were hard-won after decades of activism by people with disabilities.” said Timothy A. Clune, Executive Director of DRNY. “Nassau County’s mask ban puts lives at risk. While worrying about their health and the well-being of their family members, those who need to wear a mask will have the added fear of discrimination, arrest, fines, and detainment.”