The bill introduced on January 14, 2026, seeks to amend the Code of West Virginia by adding a new section, designated 16-3-4d, which explicitly prohibits any mandates for vaccinations. This legislation asserts that, regardless of existing provisions in the code, no entity defined in section 16-1-2, nor any state or local governmental official, entity, department, or agency, can mandate vaccinations for any purpose.

The primary aim of this bill is to ensure that individuals are not compelled to receive vaccinations by any governmental or official entity, thereby reinforcing personal choice regarding vaccination. The introduction of this section reflects a significant shift in the state's approach to vaccination mandates, emphasizing individual autonomy in health decisions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-3-4d