This bill amends and reenacts section 64-5-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule concerning fees for services. Specifically, it addresses the legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on July 25, 2025, and subsequently modified to address objections from the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee. The modified rule was refiled on December 5, 2025, and pertains to laboratory service fees under the designation 64 CSR 51.

The bill includes a significant change by striking out the entirety of Appendix A and inserting a new Appendix A that outlines the laboratory service fees. This amendment aims to provide clarity and updated information regarding the fees associated with laboratory services provided by the Department of Health. The overall purpose of the bill is to ensure that the Department of Health has the authority to establish and regulate these fees effectively.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-5-1