Relating to health insurance for living organ donors
HB 4348 prohibits health insurance companies in West Virginia from denying coverage, increasing premiums, or canceling policies for individuals who have donated an organ while alive (living organ donors). The law specifically applies to sickness, disability, and long-term care insurance policies issued or renewed after July 1, 2026. Insurers cannot refuse coverage, limit benefits, or impose higher costs solely because someone is a living organ donor, even if no additional health risks are present. This directly protects living organ donors from insurance discrimination while ensuring they maintain access to these essential coverage types.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 15, 2026
Last action Jan 29, 2026
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Jan 29, 2026
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To House Banking and Insurance
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Jan 15, 2026
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To House Finance
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Jan 15, 2026
Introduced
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Jan 15, 2026
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To Finance
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Adam Burkhammer
RRepublican
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