West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 663: Allowing parents to refuse family court-ordered medical procedure of child against parents' wishes
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 663 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia Senate on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Allowing parents to refuse family court-ordered medical procedure of child against parents' wishes. Primary sponsor: Laura Chapman (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2026): To Health and Human Resources.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Chapman | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 1 |
“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 Health and Human Resources
- Introduced in Senate
- To Health and Human Resources then Judiciary
- Filed for introduction