West Virginia HB4168 amends compulsory immunization requirements for school children, clarifying exemption procedures and duties of health officials.
West Virginia HB4168 modifies the compulsory immunization requirements for school children, focusing on the procedures for exemptions and the roles of health officials. The bill mandates that children entering public schools or state-regulated child care centers must be immunized against specific diseases unless exempted by a licensed physician. It outlines the process for requesting exemptions, including certification by a physician and the role of the State Health Officer in making final determinations.
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