Bill > HF1811

This bill proposes a new law that requires school districts and charter schools in Minnesota to allow parents to opt their children out of face covering (mask) requirements without providing any explanation or documentation. Specifically, if a school mandates face coverings in school buildings or on school grounds, parents can notify the school board, principal, or school administrator of their desire to exempt their child from wearing a mask. The bill explicitly prohibits schools from demanding a reason for the opt-out or requesting any evidence about the child's health or educational status. Furthermore, the legislation makes it clear that schools cannot discipline or treat a child differently if their parent chooses to opt them out of the face covering requirement. The new law would take effect immediately after being enacted, which suggests it is intended to provide immediate flexibility for parents regarding mask policies in educational settings. This bill appears to be a response to previous COVID-19 era mask mandates in schools, giving parents more control over their children's health and safety measures.

Education

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1811&ssn=0&y=2025