(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.
(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.