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WV SB609
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Patricia Rucker
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AI Summary
- Students at colleges, universities, and vocational technical schools in West Virginia would be exempt from compulsory immunization requirements by submitting a signed certification objecting based on sincerely held religious beliefs
- Students 18 years or older may sign the certification themselves; those under 18 require a parent or legal guardian signature
- Creates new section §18B-1-12 in West Virginia Code under Article 1 (Governance) of higher education law
- Introduced January 27, 2026 by Senator Rucker and referred to the Committee on Health and Human Resources
Legislative Description
Exempting students of higher education from compulsory vaccination requirements
Health
Last Action
To Health and Human Resources
1/27/2026
Committee Referrals
Health and Human Resources1/26/2026
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