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 emergency medical services. Specifically, it references the legislative rule filed in the State Register on July 24, 2025, which was modified to address the concerns of the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee and subsequently refiled on September 18, 2025. The new legal language inserted into the current law includes the designation "64 CSR 48," which pertains to the emergency medical services rule.

The primary purpose of this bill is to formalize the Department of Health's authority to implement the specified legislative rule, thereby enhancing the regulatory framework governing emergency medical services in West Virginia. The bill reflects the ongoing efforts to ensure that the state's health services are effectively managed and responsive to the needs of the community.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-5-1