WV House passes bills aimed at helping state’s chances for Rural Health Transformation funds

By: Lori Kersey

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: February 3, 2026

Words: 611

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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The West Virginia House of Delegates on Tuesday approved two bills meant to help the state in the application process for the five-year, $50 billion federal Rural Health Transformation Program.

Delegates passed House Bill 4740 with a 92 to 1 vote. House Bill 4951, requiring physicians to complete continuing education in nutrition, passed with a vote of 58 to 35.

Gov. Patrick Morrisey requested both bills. The Trump administration announced …

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