Establishes the right to contraception in West Virginia, prohibiting restrictions on contraceptives and contraception-related information.
The West Virginia HB5119 bill establishes the right to contraception, prohibiting the state or any locality from enforcing laws that restrict the sale, provision, or use of contraceptives approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. It also prohibits restrictions on aiding others in obtaining contraceptives or on contraceptive methods. The bill allows health care providers and patients to sue for violations and empowers the Attorney General to take action against violators.
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