The proposed bill would amend current statutes to prohibit governmental entities from imposing mask or vaccination requirements on Arizona residents. Specifically, it would insert language stating that no resident may be required to wear a mask or face covering, regardless of their location, while removing existing exemptions for special health care districts. Additionally, the bill expands the prohibition on vaccination mandates to include any disease or virus, rather than just COVID-19, and eliminates the exemption for health care institutions owned or operated by government entities.

Overall, the bill seeks to strengthen the restrictions on governmental mandates related to masks and vaccinations, thereby ensuring that residents cannot be compelled to comply with such requirements under any circumstances. The amendments would make significant changes to the existing law by broadening the scope of the prohibitions and removing previously established exceptions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-681, 36-685, 44-7952
House Engrossed Version: 36-681, 36-685, 44-7952
Senate Engrossed Version: 36-681, 36-685