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Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022
12/29/2022, 11:48 PM
Summary of Bill HR 7655
The bill cites concerns about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the need to protect public health and safety during air travel. Proponents of the bill argue that wearing masks on planes can help reduce the spread of respiratory droplets and potentially lower the risk of transmission of infectious diseases.
If passed, the Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022 would make it a federal requirement for all airlines to enforce mask-wearing policies on their flights. Failure to comply with the mandate could result in penalties for both airlines and individual passengers. Opponents of the bill may argue that mask mandates infringe on personal freedoms and individual rights. They may also raise concerns about the practicality and enforcement of such a mandate, as well as potential negative impacts on the airline industry. Overall, the Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022 is a proposed piece of legislation that seeks to address public health concerns related to air travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is currently under consideration in Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.
Congressional Summary of HR 7655
Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022
This bill prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services from mandating the wearing of masks, face coverings, or other accessories during domestic air travel. It also retroactively mitigates penalties associated with refusing to comply with such a mandate during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Within 30 days of the bill's enactment, federal agencies and private air carriers must remove from their no-fly lists any individual placed on a list solely because of a refusal to comply with a mask mandate.
Federal agencies must also refund within 30 days any fines issued to individuals solely based on such a refusal. An individual who does not receive a refund in that time frame may sue for compensatory and punitive damages.

