Modifications expected for proposed mask legislation

Published May 17, 2024 11:24am ET



(The Center Square) – Proposed legislation targeting protestors is expected to get tweaks from the North Carolina House of Representatives, possibly before the Memorial Day holiday weekend.

People wearing masks in public, and those blocking roads or emergency vehicles, are singled out in the bill passed by the Senate 30-15 this week. Critics have roared because the part about masks includes everyone, even those with health concerns.

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