Gov. Kathy Hochul is contemplating a ban on face masks in the New York City subway system to address concerns about individuals concealing their identities while engaging in antisemitic acts. The proposed policy would include 'common-sense exemptions' for health, cultural, or religious reasons, as stated by the Governor.
Hochul mentioned that discussions are ongoing with lawmakers to potentially draft a bill. The decision to explore this ban was prompted by an incident where a group wearing masks reportedly took over a subway car, causing distress among passengers by chanting hateful remarks related to Hitler and Jews.
