This bill amends and reenacts section 64-5-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule concerning vital statistics. The specific rule in question was filed in the State Register on September 3, 2024, and subsequently modified to address the concerns of the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on November 25, 2024.

The primary aim of this legislation is to ensure that the Department of Health has the necessary authority to implement and regulate vital statistics effectively, thereby enhancing the management and accuracy of vital records within the state. The bill does not include any deletions from current law, as the section being amended is new.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-5-1