This bill aims to amend various sections of the West Virginia Code to align with the state's commitments to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services under the Rural Health Transformation Program. It introduces a new section, 5A-3-3d, which exempts the implementation of this program from existing purchasing restrictions, emphasizing the need for rapid deployment of federal funds to improve healthcare in rural areas. The bill also mandates that the Board of Medicine and the Board of Osteopathic Medicine require continuing medical education credits in nutrition for license renewal, thereby enhancing the educational requirements for healthcare professionals.

Additionally, the bill addresses physical education in schools by adopting the Presidential Fitness Test as part of the state's physical education program, which aims to combat obesity and promote physical activity among students. It outlines specific physical education requirements for elementary, middle, and high school students, ensuring that all children participate in physical activities appropriate to their age and ability. The bill also includes provisions for the collection and reporting of body mass index data in schools to monitor progress in promoting healthy lifestyles among children.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-2-7a, 30-3-12, 30-14-10, 5A-3-3d