A bill has been introduced to the Tennessee Senate that makes it unlawful to wear a mask in public except in certain circumstances.
The bill also includes hoods and other devices.
According to the bill, "Criminal Offenses - As introduced, creates the Class A misdemeanor offense of wearing a mask, hood, or device by which a portion of the person's face is so hidden, concealed or covered so as to intentionally conceal the identity of the person while on a public way, public property, or private property without the permission of the property owner or the occupier of the property; creates certain exceptions to the offense. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17."
Exceptions of the offense include traditional holiday costumes, occupation, sporting activity, and while performing on stage.
The bill does not mention wearing hospital masks for medical reasons or wearing traditional clothing for religious reasons.
