This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule concerning clinical laboratory practitioner licensure. Specifically, it addresses the legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on July 24, 2025, and subsequently modified to address the concerns of the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on October 17, 2025. The rule in question is identified as 64 CSR 57.

The bill serves to formalize the Department of Health's authority to implement this rule, which is intended to establish standards and regulations for the licensure of clinical laboratory practitioners in West Virginia. This legislative action aims to enhance the regulatory framework governing healthcare professionals in the state, ensuring that clinical laboratory practitioners meet the necessary qualifications and standards for practice.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-5-1