Signed into LawFiled Jan 29, 2026
Sponsor: Evan Worrell (R)
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H Chapter 196, Acts, Regular Session, 2026
Jun 29, 2026
Summary
The bill recreates the Office of Healthy Lifestyles within the Department of Health, creates a dedicated fund, and sets up a coalition to coordinate wellness efforts across agencies. It adds Medicaid nutrition services, requires physical‑activity and nutrition programs in public schools, and launches grant and farm‑to‑school initiatives. The goal is to lower chronic‑disease rates and health costs for West Virginians.
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