The bill, H.F. No. 1811, proposed in the Minnesota House of Representatives, seeks to allow parents to opt their child out of any face covering (mask) requirement in schools.

Key Provisions:

• Applicability: The bill applies to school districts and charter schools that mandate face coverings in school buildings or on school grounds.
• Opt-Out Process: Parents can notify the school board, principal, or administrative authority to opt out their child.
• No Justification Required: Parents are not required to provide a reason or any proof related to their child’s health or education status.
• No Discrimination: Schools cannot discipline or treat students differently if their parent opts them out of the face covering requirement.

Purpose:

This legislation is aimed at giving parents the authority to decide whether their child should follow a school’s face covering mandate without requiring justification or repercussions for the child.