An act relating to prohibiting municipal regulation of the use of hygienic face masks

H 158 prohibits Vermont towns, cities, and counties from passing rules that limit or ban the use of face masks. It directly affects all local governments and residents who might have faced restrictions on mask use. The bill adds a new law (24 V.S.A. § 2295a) stating municipalities cannot regulate mask use through ordinances or rules, and overrides any conflicting local charter provisions. This law takes effect on July 1, 2025.