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A04309Introduced in the Assembly

Prohibits state agencies from promulgating rules, regulations or any form of guidance requiring individuals under the age of eighteen who are not exhibiting COVID-19 related symptoms, as defined by the centers for disease control and prevention, to wear a mask or face covering in a public place or while participating in any recreational or organized sporting activity.

IntroducedAssembly Governmental Operations

Introduced by Christopher Tague, District 102

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Prohibits state agencies from promulgating rules, regulations or any form of guidance requiring individuals under the age of eighteen who are not exhibiting COVID-19 related symptoms, as defined by the centers for disease control and prevention, to wear a mask or face covering in a public place or while participating in any recreational or organized sporting activity.

Where it stands

referred to governmental operations

January 7, 2026

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  1. referred to governmental operations

  2. referred to governmental operations

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