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West Virginia Bill Sparks Vaccination Exemption Controversy

3/24/2025

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West Virginia's House of Delegates is poised to vote on SB 460, a controversial vaccination exemption bill that reintroduces religious exemptions. Public health officials caution that this move could heighten outbreak risks. Meanwhile, a striking 86.6% of residents back vaccinations, highlighting a troubling disconnect between lawmakers and the community, swayed by external influences.

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West Virginia's House of Delegates is poised to vote on SB 460, a controversial vaccination exemption bill that reintroduces religious exemptions. Public health officials caution that this move could heighten outbreak risks. Meanwhile, a striking 86.6% of residents back vaccinations, highlighting a troubling disconnect between lawmakers and the community, swayed by external influences.