Despite significant pushback from major law enforcement agencies and questions raised about its constitutionality, a California bill that would prohibit local and federal officers from concealing their faces under most circumstances is headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk.

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Sen. Scott Wiener introduced SB 627 — the No Secret Police Act — in response to the questionable tactics of federal law enforcement agents during immigration enforcement operations and the rising number of vigilante and impersonation cases, which he said have drummed up fears in communities around the country and sown distrust in police.

The bill passed the state assembly and senate by votes of 45-23 and 26-9, respectively, before heading to the governor, who has until Oct. 13 to sign or veto the bill.

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