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WV HB5111

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Laura Kimble

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

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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