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Bill > H0493
ID H0493
Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding the prohibition of mask mandates.
summary
Introduced
02/07/2024
02/07/2024
In Committee
02/19/2024
02/19/2024
Crossed Over
02/16/2024
02/16/2024
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
RELATING TO MASK MANDATES; AMENDING CHAPTER 23, TITLE 67, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 67-2360, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING THE PROHIBITION OF MASK MANDATES, TO DEFINE TERMS, AND TO PRO- VIDE EXEMPTIONS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
AI Summary
This bill adds a new section to Idaho law to establish provisions regarding the prohibition of mask mandates. It prohibits the state, political subdivisions, and officials from mandating the use of medical face masks, face shields, or other face coverings to prevent or slow the spread of a contagious or infectious disease. However, it allows for the requirement of face masks in certain vocational settings where they are a mandatory safety component of required job duties. The bill also declares an emergency, making it effective immediately upon passage and approval.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
State Affairs Committee (H)
Last Action
Introduced, read first time; referred to: State Affairs (on 02/19/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2024/legislation/H0493/ |
| BillText | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2024/legislation/H0493.pdf |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2024/legislation/H0493SOP.pdf |
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