SB469: Enacting the safe and transparent arrest act to require all law enforcement agencies operating in Kansas to adopt a written policy regarding the use of facial coverings and prohibit law enforcement officers from wearing a facial covering that conceals or obscures their facial identity in the performance of their duties except as expressly authorized by law.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill requires law enforcement agencies in Kansas to create a written policy on using facial coverings and prohibits officers from wearing masks that hide their faces while doing their jobs, except when allowed by law.

Who This Affects

This affects all Kansans who interact with law enforcement, including those involved in arrests or police investigations. It also impacts the officers themselves, as they will need to follow these new policies.

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Introduced

Monday, February 2, 2026

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Senate Referred to Committee on Judiciary

Feb 3, 2026

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