Assembly BillVetoedHealth and Safety
AB 1326: Health masks: right to wear.
What AB 1326 does, verified March 9, 2026
This bill allows individuals to wear a health mask in public places to protect their individual health or public health from communicable disease, air quality, or other health factors. The bill defines what constitutes a health mask and a public place, and individuals have the right to wear these masks without limitations. However, certain exceptions, such as security protocols, essential functions in the workplace, or emergency health care protocols, remain in place and are not affected by this provision.
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Last action: Consideration of Governor's veto stricken from file. (2026-01-22)Alert me
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| Jan. 22, 2026 | Consideration of Governor's veto stricken from file. |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | Stricken from file. |
| Oct. 11, 2025 | Consideration of Governor's veto pending. |
| Oct. 11, 2025 | Vetoed by Governor. |
| Sep. 16, 2025 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 2 p.m. |