To prohibit the use of Federal funds to propose, establish, implement, or enforce any requirement that an individual wear a mask or other face covering, or be vaccinated, to prevent the spread of COVID-19, and for other purposes.
Summary
This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to implement or enforce mandates that require individuals to wear face coverings or receive vaccinations to prevent the spread of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). The bill provides for an exception that applies in health care settings.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2021
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Jan 25, 2021
Last action Feb 2, 2021
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Total actions
3
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Committee
2
Feb 2, 2021
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
lower
Jan 25, 2021
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
lower
Jan 25, 2021
Introduced
Introduced in House
lower
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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