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WV HB5111
WV HB5111To prohibit public colleges and universities in this state from requiring vaccines for admission.
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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to prohibit vaccine mandates at all institutions of higher education.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits public colleges and universities in West Virginia from requiring students, faculty, or staff to get vaccinated as a condition of enrollment, employment, or participation in campus activities, defining a "vaccine mandate" as any such requirement. It also prevents these institutions from offering incentives for vaccination and clarifies that while they can offer free vaccinations with informed consent, individuals cannot be denied educational programs, services, or employment solely for choosing not to be vaccinated. The bill aims to protect personal health decisions regarding vaccinations at state higher education institutions.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (10)
Laura Kimble (R)*,
Chris Anders (R),
Jordan Bridges (R),
Jim Butler (R),
Mark Dean (R),
Dave Foggin (R),
Tresa Howell (R),
Dean Jeffries (R),
Margitta Mazzocchi (R),
Bill Ridenour (R),
Last Action
To House Health and Human Resources (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=5111&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb5111%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=5111 |
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