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WV HB4377
Bill
Status
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
Adam Burkhammer
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AI Summary
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Requires medical providers to administer blood tests to workers seeking treatment for traumatic injuries that occurred within 12 hours and appear work-related, to determine intoxication levels
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Workers who refuse the blood test after receiving written and verbal warnings forfeit all workers' compensation benefits for themselves and their dependents for that injury
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Refusal becomes final after 15 minutes, during which the worker may revoke the refusal and submit to testing
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Blood tests must be completed within 12 hours of injury and before any medication or substances are administered that could alter results
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Effective date is July 1, 2026, and provides civil and criminal liability protections for medical providers administering the tests except in cases of gross negligence or willful injury
Legislative Description
Relating to eligibility for workers' compensation benefits by requiring blood test after traumatic injury to determine intoxication
Workers Compensation
Last Action
To House Judiciary
1/15/2026