The proposed bill aims to establish the West Virginia Chronic Weight Management Task Force, which will focus on addressing obesity and related health issues. The task force is tasked with recommending and monitoring effective programs for obesity management, and it will consist of various members, including the State Health Officer, legislative representatives, and experts from health organizations. The task force is required to conduct its first meeting by May 31, 2025, and will meet bi-monthly until its termination on December 31, 2027, unless extended by the Legislature.

Additionally, the bill outlines the duties of the task force, which include studying health implications, reviewing interventions, and making recommendations to the Legislature. The task force is also mandated to report its findings to the Joint Committee on Health by December 31, 2025, and annually thereafter. The Secretary of the Department of Health may provide administrative support to the task force and is encouraged to collaborate with other state agencies to facilitate the task force's work.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-67-1, 16-67-2, 16-67-3, 16-67-4, 16-67-5
Committee Substitute: 16-67-1, 16-67-2, 16-67-3, 16-67-4, 16-67-5