HB 2529
Prohibit the requirement of a COVID-19 vaccination as a prerequisite for any state funded program or activity
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill prohibits state-funded organizations from requiring COVID-19 vaccinations as a condition of employment or participation. Employees can request exemptions based on medical reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs, supported by documentation from a licensed healthcare provider or a notarized statement. The bill applies to various state entities, including government agencies, businesses receiving state funds, and school districts. It ensures that individuals cannot be penalized for exercising these exemption rights.
Key provisions
- Prohibits state-funded organizations from requiring COVID-19 vaccinations for employment or participation.
- Allows employees to request exemptions based on medical contraindications or religious beliefs.
- Requires medical exemptions to be certified by a licensed physician or advanced practice registered nurse.
- Allows employees to request religious exemptions through a notarized statement.
- Prohibits employers from penalizing or discriminating against employees for exercising exemption rights.
- Defines ‘covered employer’ to include the State of West Virginia and various business entities receiving state funds.
- Excludes Medicare and Medicaid-certified facilities from the requirements.
- Specifies that ‘immunization’ refers to federally authorized COVID-19 vaccines.
Who is affected
- State government employees and contractors
- Individuals seeking employment with state-funded organizations
- Businesses receiving state funding
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