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WV HB4413

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Geno Chiarelli

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals West Virginia's existing syringe services program law (Article 64, sections 1-10) and makes all syringe exchange programs unlawful in the state

  • Requires all syringe services programs to cease operations on the effective date, with a 120-day administrative transition period allowed solely for patient care referrals (no syringe services permitted during this time)

  • Permits harm reduction programs to continue operating if they do not provide syringe services, including services like substance use disorder treatment referrals, vaccinations, overdose prevention education, wound care, and opioid antagonist distribution

  • Imposes civil penalties of up to $2,500 per day on any owner, operator, or individual who operates a syringe services program after the effective date

  • Authorizes the Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification to seek injunctive relief to enforce the ban

Legislative Description

Making syringe exchange service programs unlawful

Health

Last Action

To House Health and Human Resources

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Resources2/12/2026
Public Health2/4/2026
Health & Human Resources1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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