Missouri HB3233: Prohibits wearing face coverings at any assembly at public buildings

What the bill says

To amend chapter 8, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to assemblies at public buildings. Section A. Chapter 8, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as section 8.995, to read as follows: 8.995. 1. Wearing a mask or otherwise covering one's face shall be prohibited at any assembly occurring in or on the grounds of a public building. 2. The provisions of this section shall not apply to: (1) A mask or facial covering for the purpose of ensuring one's physical health and safety or the health and safety of others including, but not limited to, limiting the s.

From the introduced text:

To amend chapter 8, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to assemblies at public buildings. Section A. Chapter 8, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as section 8.995, to read as follows: 8.995. 1. Wearing a mask or otherwise covering one's face shall be prohibited at any assembly occurring in or on the grounds of a public building. 2. The provisions of this section shall not apply to: (1) A mask or facial covering for the purpose of ensuring one's physical health and safety or the health and safety of others including, but not limited to, limiting the spread of airborne illnesses; or (2) A mask or facial covering worn for religious purposes. ✔ EXPLANATION -- Matter enclosed in bold-faced brackets [thus] in the above bill is not enacted and is intended to be omitted from the law. Matter in bold-face type in the above bill is proposed language.

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Sponsors

• Jamie Gragg (R, 140) · primary sponsor

Latest actions

1. May 15, 2026: Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
2. February 10, 2026: Read Second Time (H)