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WV HB4032
Bill
Status
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Phil Mallow
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AI Summary
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Directs the Office of Drug Control Policy to establish quick response teams (QRT) to serve as first responders in narcotic-related medical emergencies, effective July 1, 2026
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QRTs will work with drug-addicted individuals immediately following their arrest at regional jails or treatment facilities to address initial recovery steps
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Requires coordination with health care providers, law enforcement agencies, emergency medical services, and health care facilities across the state
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Adds new section §16-5T-8 to the West Virginia Code under Article 5T (Office of Drug Control Policy)
Legislative Description
Establish quick response teams to work with drug users who are arrested
Corrections
Last Action
To House Health and Human Resources
1/14/2026