Prohibiting state entities from engaging in activity related to sexual orientation
SB 775 prohibits all West Virginia state government entities - including public schools, universities, healthcare facilities, and social services offices - from promoting or facilitating discussions, policies, programs, or medical procedures related to sexual orientation or gender transitioning. It bans the use of state funds for gender transition treatments (such as puberty blockers or hormone therapy), referrals for such care, and materials promoting these topics in state-funded institutions. Enforcement includes potential termination for employees, funding suspension for violating entities, and allowing West Virginia residents to sue for violations. The bill directly affects state-funded education, healthcare, and social services by restricting content and funding related to gender identity and sexual orientation.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 5, 2026
Last action Feb 5, 2026
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Feb 5, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
upper
Feb 5, 2026
Committee
To Judiciary
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mark Maynard
RRepublican
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