WV SB117

Licensed physicians authorized by the West Virginia Board of Medicine or Board of Osteopathic Medicine may operate personal Class A vehicles as authorized emergency vehicles with red flashing warning lights and audible signals when responding to medical emergencies

Establishes a "Physician's Authorized Emergency Vehicle Program" under both medical boards, requiring each board to propose rules for legislative approval governing eligibility, application procedures, and equipment specifications

Authorization cards issued to physicians are valid for up to five years and must be presented upon request; emergency equipment (sirens, red lights) is not required to be permanently mounted on vehicles

Audible signals and red flashing lights may only be used when responding to an unexpected emergency, not when returning from one, and physicians remain legally responsible for driving safely

Both boards may impose application and renewal fees to cover program administration costs and may establish administrative penalties for rule violations