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WV SB620
WV SB620Exempting certain physicians from specified traffic laws when responding to emergencies
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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A BILL to amend and reenact §17C-15-26 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended; and to amend the code by adding two new sections, designated §30-3-21 and §30-14-18, relating to authorizing physicians to operate Class A vehicles as authorized emergency vehicles; authorizing the West Virginia Board of Medicine and Board of Osteopathic Medicine to designate Class A vehicles of licensed medical providers as authorized emergency vehicles; establishing Physician’s Authorized Emergency Vehicle Programs; requiring West Virginia Board of Medicine and Board of Osteopathic Medicine to propose rules for legislative approval with content requirements; and authorizing use of audible signal and red flashing warning lights, administrative penalties, and fees.
AI Summary
This bill allows licensed physicians in West Virginia to use their personal vehicles, referred to as "Class A vehicles" (standard passenger cars), as authorized emergency vehicles when responding to medical emergencies. The West Virginia Board of Medicine and the West Virginia Board of Osteopathic Medicine will establish "Physician’s Authorized Emergency Vehicle Programs" to regulate this. These programs will require physicians to apply for authorization, meet eligibility criteria, and adhere to rules regarding the use of audible signals (like sirens) and red flashing warning lights, which can only be used when responding to an emergency, not when returning from one. The boards will also set specifications for vehicle equipment and can impose administrative penalties and fees for program violations, ensuring physicians still drive with due regard for public safety.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
To Finance (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=620&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb620%20sub1.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=620 |
| Fiscal Note - Medicine, WV Board of | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Fiscalnotes/FN(2)/fnsubmit_recordview1.cfm?RecordID=954672632 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb620%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=620 |
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