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WV HB4344
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carl Roop
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AI Summary
- Requires hospital ICUs to administer C-peptide insulin tests to patients who are unconscious or have hypoglycemia with blood glucose levels of 49 mg/dl or less, regardless of diabetes diagnosis
- Mandates post-mortem C-peptide testing for patients who die after ICU treatment where they exhibited symptoms including suspected brain damage, extended unconsciousness, seizures, or disorientation
- Imposes a $10,000 fine per violation on hospitals that fail to administer the required tests, enforced by the Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification
- Establishes the Michael Brandon Cochran Grant Program to help hospitals cover costs of C-peptide testing and staff training on hypoglycemia signs and symptoms
- Creates the Michael Brandon Cochran Fund in the State Treasury to finance the grant program, funded by donations, grants, and bequests, with funds not reverting to general revenue at fiscal year end
Legislative Description
Unconscious patients in the ICU
Health
Last Action
To House Legal Services
1/21/2026
Committee Referrals
Legal Services1/21/2026
Judiciary1/15/2026
Full Bill Text
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