Bill > H0429

This bill amends existing law to revise provisions regarding school-required actions to prevent the spread of infectious disease. The key provisions are as follows: 1. Only the governor, state board of education, or local school board can close schools or limit school programs and activities to prevent the spread of contagious or infectious disease. 2. Individuals aged 18 or older, or parents/guardians of minors, can exempt themselves or their children from any requirement to wear masks, use plexiglass barriers, or observe other similar medical measures at school for medical, religious, or personal belief reasons by submitting a signed statement. 3. Schools cannot limit the participation of individuals who have been exempted from medical measures in school activities or programs. The bill also includes a severability clause and an emergency clause, indicating it is intended to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Government Affairs

Ways and Means Committee (House)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2021/legislation/H0429/