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WV HB3344
Bill
Status
3/26/2025
Primary Sponsor
Evan Worrell
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AI Summary
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Establishes a grant program administered by the Secretary of Health to fund FDA drug development trials for ibogaine as a treatment for opioid use disorder, co-occurring substance use disorders, and other neurological or mental health conditions
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Requires grant applicants to be corporate entities capable of conducting FDA trials, with detailed proposals including trial design, cardiac safety protocols, participant recruitment plans, and matching funds equal to the grant amount
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Creates a selection committee composed of subject matter experts, philanthropic partners, and legislative designees to review applications and recommend the best candidate to conduct the trials
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Mandates the selected applicant submit an Investigational New Drug (IND) application to the FDA and seek breakthrough therapy designation for ibogaine under 21 U.S.C. Section 356
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Requires applicants to propose plans for establishing corporate presence in West Virginia, securing insurance coverage (including Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE), ensuring access for uninsured individuals, and training medical providers to administer ibogaine treatment
Legislative Description
Relating to the establishment of a grant program to fund the United States Food and Drug Administration’s drug development trials with ibogaine
Health
Last Action
Laid over on 3rd reading 4/11/2025
4/11/2025