HB5158

Men’s Equality Act

Introduced·2/3/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB5158 mandates 100% coverage for voluntary male sterilization under the state's Public Employees Insurance plan.

West Virginia HB5158, known as the Men’s Equality Act, amends the state’s Public Employees Insurance plan to require 100% coverage for voluntary male sterilization. The bill prohibits the plan from denying or limiting eligibility or penalizing providers for complying with this coverage requirement. It also allows for negotiations on reimbursement levels. This amendment will apply to policies delivered after July 1, 2026.

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Current
Health & Human Resources Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Feb 3

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 3

House

To Health and Human Resources then Finance

Feb 3

House

Introduced in House