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WV SB990

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/18/2026

Primary Sponsor

Vince Deeds

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the West Virginia ALS Care Services Program to provide financial and medical support for residents living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and their caregivers
  • Requires the Department of Human Services to administer the program and distribute funds to the ALS Association for implementation
  • Creates three main program initiatives: care services coordination and support, assistive technology and medical equipment loan programs, and access to multidisciplinary ALS clinics
  • Establishes a Ramp Reutilization Loan Program to provide cost-effective, reusable ramps enabling ALS patients to remain in their homes rather than institutionalized care
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Creating WV ALS Care Services Act

Health

Last Action

To Health and Human Resources

2/18/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Resources2/18/2026

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