SB606

Relating to employee exemptions from employer-mandated vaccinations

Introduced·1/27/26
Intr Text

West Virginia SB606 allows employees to opt out of employer-mandated vaccinations based on sincerely held religious beliefs.

West Virginia SB606 amends the Code of West Virginia to allow employees to exempt themselves from employer-mandated vaccinations if they present a certificate stating their objection is based on sincerely held religious beliefs. Employers are prohibited from penalizing or discriminating against employees who exercise this exemption. This includes practices such as withholding bonuses, pay raises, and other benefits.

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Health and Human Resources Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jan 27

Senate

Introduced in Senate

Jan 27

Senate

To Health and Human Resources

Jan 26

Senate

Filed for introduction