Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes religious, and philosophical exemptions for school vaccinations in West Virginia.

Highlights:

• Authorizes religious, and philosophical exemptions for mandatory school vaccinations in West Virginia if parents or legal guardians object on legal grounds (Article 3, Sec. 16-3-4).

• Specifies that to qualify for the exemption, families shall submit an annual written statement requesting a religious or philosophical exemption for required vaccines (Article 3, Sec. 16-3-4).

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Article 3, Sec. 16-3-4).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes religious, and philosophical exemptions for school vaccinations in West Virginia.

Highlights:

• Authorizes religious, and philosophical exemptions for mandatory school vaccinations in West Virginia if parents or legal guardians object on legal grounds (Article 3, Sec. 16-3-4).

• Specifies that to qualify for the exemption, families shall submit an annual written statement requesting a religious or philosophical exemption for required vaccines (Article 3, Sec. 16-3-4).

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Article 3, Sec. 16-3-4).

Full Bill Text