Bill H.158, introduced by Representative Cordes of Bristol, aims to prohibit municipal corporations in Vermont from enacting any regulations that would limit or prohibit the use of hygienic face masks. The bill adds a new section, 24 V.S.A. 2295a, which explicitly states that no municipal corporation can adopt ordinances, resolutions, rules, or other regulations that restrict the use of these masks. Additionally, the bill clarifies that its provisions will supersede any inconsistent regulations found in municipal charters.

The bill also includes a provision that establishes an effective date of July 1, 2025, for its implementation. This legislative measure seeks to ensure uniformity in the regulation of hygienic face masks across municipalities, preventing local governments from imposing their own restrictions on their use.