HB4510

Prohibit the requirement of a COVID-19 vaccination as a prerequisite for any state funded program or activity

Introduced·1/19/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB4510 prohibits state-funded organizations from requiring COVID-19 vaccinations for employment or participation.

West Virginia HB4510 amends the state code to prohibit any organization receiving state funds from mandating COVID-19 vaccinations for employment or participation in any program. Employers must allow exemptions for medical contraindications, prior infection, or religious beliefs. The bill also prohibits employers from penalizing employees for exercising these exemptions. The provisions apply to state agencies, local governments, and businesses, except those subject to federal regulations requiring vaccinations.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
Health & Human Resources Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
5
RRRRR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 19

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 19

House

To Health and Human Resources

Jan 19

House

Introduced in House