Federal lawsuit challenges mask ban in Nassau County

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MINEOLA, N.Y. (AP) — A disability rights organization is challenging Nassau County's ban on wearing masks in public except for health and religious reasons, arguing it is unconstitutional and discriminates against people with disabilities.

The federal class action lawsuit, filed by Disability Rights of New York on behalf of individuals with disabilities, seeks a temporary restraining order and preliminary...