Freedom to Breathe Act

12/20/2023, 8:14 AM

Freedom to Breathe Act

This bill prohibits the imposition of mask mandates on airplanes, public transit, or schools through December 31, 2024.

Bill 118 hr 5368, also known as the Freedom to Breathe Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect the rights of individuals to breathe clean air and ensure that all Americans have access to clean and healthy environments.

The bill includes provisions that aim to reduce air pollution and improve air quality standards across the country. It also seeks to strengthen regulations on industries that contribute to air pollution, such as factories and power plants. Additionally, the bill includes measures to promote the use of clean energy sources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Furthermore, the Freedom to Breathe Act includes provisions to increase funding for research and development of clean air technologies, as well as programs to help communities affected by air pollution. The bill also aims to increase public awareness of the importance of clean air and the health risks associated with air pollution. Overall, the Freedom to Breathe Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to protect the health and well-being of all Americans by ensuring access to clean and healthy air. It addresses key issues related to air pollution and aims to promote sustainable practices that will benefit both current and future generations.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 5368

Introduced on
2023-09-08

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/8/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Freedom to Breathe Act

This bill prohibits the imposition of mask mandates on airplanes, public transit, or schools through December 31, 2024.

Bill 118 hr 5368, also known as the Freedom to Breathe Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect the rights of individuals to breathe clean air and ensure that all Americans have access to clean and healthy environments.

The bill includes provisions that aim to reduce air pollution and improve air quality standards across the country. It also seeks to strengthen regulations on industries that contribute to air pollution, such as factories and power plants. Additionally, the bill includes measures to promote the use of clean energy sources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Furthermore, the Freedom to Breathe Act includes provisions to increase funding for research and development of clean air technologies, as well as programs to help communities affected by air pollution. The bill also aims to increase public awareness of the importance of clean air and the health risks associated with air pollution. Overall, the Freedom to Breathe Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to protect the health and well-being of all Americans by ensuring access to clean and healthy air. It addresses key issues related to air pollution and aims to promote sustainable practices that will benefit both current and future generations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo prohibit through December 31, 2024, the imposition of a mask mandate on passengers of air carriers or public transit and in educational settings within the United States, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Health

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/10/2024

Freedom to Breathe Act

This bill prohibits the imposition of mask mandates on airplanes, public transit, or schools through December 31, 2024.


Latest Action9/15/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.