West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 4840: Exempt federally qualified health centers from having to obtain a prior authorization for behavioral health services
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 4840 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Exempt federally qualified health centers from having to obtain a prior authorization for behavioral health services. Primary sponsor: Geno Chiarelli (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2026): To House Health and Human Resources.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geno Chiarelli | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 78 |
| Michael Amos | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 27 |
| Mike Hite | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 92 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- To House Health and Human Resources
- Introduced in House
- To Health and Human Resources
- Filed for introduction