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WV HB5111
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Laura Kimble
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AI Summary
- Prohibits all public and private higher education institutions in West Virginia from requiring vaccinations as a condition of enrollment, employment, or participation in campus activities
- Bans colleges and universities from offering any rewards or monetary incentives to students, faculty, or staff for receiving vaccinations
- Allows institutions to offer free vaccinations on campus, but requires informed consent for any vaccines administered on institutional premises
- Protects students, faculty, and staff from being denied access to educational programs, services, or employment based solely on their decision not to be vaccinated
- Takes effect immediately upon passage and applies to all institutions operating under Chapter 18B of the West Virginia Code
Legislative Description
To prohibit public colleges and universities in this state from requiring vaccines for admission.
Health
Last Action
To House Health and Human Resources
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Health & Human Resources2/3/2026
Full Bill Text
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