This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to introduce exemptions to the compulsory immunization requirements for school children. It allows for medical exemptions based on written statements from healthcare providers indicating that specific immunizations may be detrimental to a child's health. Additionally, the bill permits exemptions based on religious convictions or philosophical beliefs, provided that a written statement is presented to the school or childcare center. The bill also eliminates the position of the State Immunization Officer, streamlining the exemption process.

Furthermore, the bill removes the requirement for school personnel to report unvaccinated children to the commissioner and allows provisional enrollment for children who have received at least one dose of each required vaccine. It also grants individuals harmed by violations of this section the right to seek injunctive relief in court. Overall, the bill aims to accommodate various beliefs while maintaining some level of immunization compliance for school-aged children.

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Introduced Version: 16-3-4