(a) The General Assembly reserves the right to enact legislation regarding the mandatory use of face masks, face shields, or other face coverings.(b) A state agency or entity, a political subdivision of the state, or a state or local official shall not mandate an individual in this state to use a face mask, face shield, or other face covering.(c) The use of a face mask, face shield, or other face covering shall not be a condition for entry, education, or services.(d) If a state agency or entity, a political subdivision of the state, or a state or local official recommends that an individual in this state use a face mask, face shield, or other face covering, a state agency or entity, a political subdivision of the state, or a state or local official shall provide notice that the recommendation is not mandatory.(e) This section does not apply to a face covering requirement imposed by:(1) A private business;(2) A state-owned or state-controlled healthcare facility;(3) A facility operated by the Department of Corrections; or(4) A facility operated by the Division of Youth Services.Added by Act 2021, No. 1002,§ 2, eff. 4/28/2021.
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