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Committee approves accommodation allowing detainees to keep religious headgear during booking
Summary
House Bill 5716, which would let people in custody retain religious head coverings during booking and photography under specified safety checks and procedures, was reported with recommendation after law‑enforcement witnesses supported a substituted draft.
The House Judiciary Committee advanced House Bill 5716, a measure to require accommodations so individuals in custody may retain religious head coverings (yarmulkes, turbans, scarves) during booking and photographs unless safety concerns require temporary measures. Representative Farhat introduced the bill and said it protects religious liberty while giving law‑enforcement clear operational guidance.
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