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This bill, titled "Allow Religious Exemptions for vaccines," proposes to amend existing West Virginia law to allow for exemptions from mandatory immunizations based on religious, conscientious, or personal objections. Specifically, it adds provisions that would exempt employees of agencies and boards included in §5F-2-1 of the code from mandated immunizations if they provide a notarized certification of their objection, and employers are prohibited from penalizing or discriminating against these employees. Additionally, the bill amends the compulsory immunization requirements for school children, allowing for exemptions upon presentation of a notarized certification from a parent or legal guardian stating a religious, conscientious, or personal objection. It also extends this exemption to students applying to or attending public colleges, universities, or vocational technical schools, requiring a similar notarized certification from the student or their parent/guardian.

Health and Social Services

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