A California bill aimed at banning law enforcement agents from wearing masks while on duty was approved by a legislative committee on Tuesday.

Democratic state attorneys general are pushing Congress to pass legislation barring immigration agents from wearing masks to conceal their identities during enforcement operations. The effort has sparked a national debate about balancing agent safety with public accountability and transparency in law enforcement.

The Pennsylvania lawmaker's proposal comes after series of clashes between the public and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.