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WV HB5442

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Erica Moore

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes an advisory council through the Office of Maternal, Child and Family Health on the uses of progesterone and mifepristone in pregnant women, excluding anyone affiliated with abortion industry organizations from serving on the council

  • Requires development of training on using progesterone to counteract mifepristone during chemical abortion (often called "abortion pill reversal")

  • Requires development of training on risks, identification, and treatment of adverse outcomes from chemical abortion, particularly those requiring emergency care

  • Mandates hospitals and similar licensed institutions to ensure healthcare providers in gynecologic, obstetric, and emergency services complete these trainings

  • Allows contracting with third-party organizations to provide the training, provided they are not abortion industry organizations

Legislative Description

Relating to training on the uses and indications of certain drugs for pregnant women.

Health

Last Action

To House Health and Human Resources

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Resources2/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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