The proposed bill, titled the State Sovereignty Act of 2025, aims to establish a legal framework in West Virginia that explicitly rejects the jurisdiction of foreign entities, specifically the World Health Organization, the United Nations, and the World Economic Forum. The bill introduces a new article to the Code of West Virginia, which includes provisions stating that these organizations have no authority within the state. It emphasizes that West Virginia and its political subdivisions are not required to enforce or collaborate on any mandates or requirements issued by these foreign entities.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that any mandates from the World Health Organization, the United Nations, or the World Economic Forum cannot be used as a basis for action within the state, particularly if they conflict with the state's constitution and laws. This includes prohibitions against mandates related to masks, vaccines, medical testing, or the collection of personal information about residents. Overall, the State Sovereignty Act of 2025 seeks to assert West Virginia's autonomy in matters of public health and governance, ensuring that no external mandates can be imposed on its citizens.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 1-8-1, 1-8-2
Committee Substitute: 1-8-1, 1-8-2