This bill creates two new federal crimes related to committing offenses while disguised or wearing masks. The first establishes a penalty of up to 15 years in prison for interfering with anyone's constitutional rights while in disguise, targeting conduct like intimidation or threats during protests. The second adds a mandatory 2-year sentence enhancement for anyone who wears a mask or disguise while destroying federal property. The bill explicitly protects law enforcement officers from prosecution under these provisions when they are lawfully performing their duties. According to the bill's findings, Congress cites concerns about masked protesters at universities and anti-Israel demonstrations, property damage at federal sites, and threats against synagogues as justification for the legislation. The bill contains no specific funding allocations or implementation timeline.
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