This bill amends the Code of West Virginia by adding a new section, 49-2-127b, which addresses the requirements for immunizations for individuals seeking to become foster parents. Specifically, it prohibits the Department of Human Services and the Department of Health Services from requiring immunizations for foster parents or members of their household as a condition for overseeing a child in foster care.

However, there is an exception to this rule: if a child in foster care has a medically verified immunosuppressive disease diagnosis that necessitates exceptional prevention measures, then the department will require all individuals in the household to have up-to-date recommended immunizations as established by departmental rules. This bill aims to balance the need for child safety with the rights of potential foster parents regarding immunization requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 49-2-127b