The bill amends the West Virginia Mothers and Babies Pregnancy Support Program, which is established under the Bureau for Public Health. It specifies that pregnancy help organizations can receive funding from the program if they meet certain standards set by the managing agency. Notably, abortion industry organizations are explicitly prohibited from receiving any funding from this program.

The new legal language outlines specific reasons for which the program's funds may be distributed to eligible pregnancy help organizations. These reasons include capital expenditures, expenditures for adding additional services, meeting licensing and accreditation requirements, and training for staff and volunteers. Additionally, the bill modifies the previous funding distribution method by removing the requirement for a fee per service arrangement, allowing for more flexibility in how funds are allocated.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-66-2
Committee Substitute: 16-66-2
Engrossed Committee Substitute: 16-66-2