Senate passes key bills on glucagon use and firearm business essential status
February 26, 2025 | 2025 Legislature WV, West Virginia
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The West Virginia Senate convened on February 26, 2025, to discuss and pass several significant bills, including measures related to healthcare, firearms, and pharmacy regulations.
One of the key pieces of legislation passed was Senate Bill 92, known as the Glucagon for Schools Act. This bill allows schools to maintain undesignated glucagon for use in emergencies, particularly for students with diabetes. It includes provisions for liability protection and training requirements for school staff. The bill received overwhelming support, passing with a vote of 33 in favor and none opposed.
Another notable bill, Senate Bill 270, was introduced to declare the sale and manufacture of firearms as essential businesses during declared emergencies. This legislation aims to ensure the continued operation of firearms-related businesses and includes provisions for extending concealed carry licenses during emergencies. The bill also clarifies law enforcement's authority regarding firearms regulation. It passed with unanimous support, reflecting a growing trend among states to classify firearms businesses as essential.
The Senate also approved Senate Bill 291, which extends the registration renewal period for pharmacies from annually to biannually, easing the regulatory burden on these businesses. This bill also passed with a vote of 33 to 0.
Additionally, the Senate addressed several other bills, including those authorizing criminal background checks for licensing in speech pathology and occupational therapy, both of which passed unanimously.
The session concluded with a moment of silence to honor the victims of the Buffalo Creek disaster, marking its 53rd anniversary. The Senate is scheduled to reconvene the following day at 11 AM to continue its legislative work.
One of the key pieces of legislation passed was Senate Bill 92, known as the Glucagon for Schools Act. This bill allows schools to maintain undesignated glucagon for use in emergencies, particularly for students with diabetes. It includes provisions for liability protection and training requirements for school staff. The bill received overwhelming support, passing with a vote of 33 in favor and none opposed.
Another notable bill, Senate Bill 270, was introduced to declare the sale and manufacture of firearms as essential businesses during declared emergencies. This legislation aims to ensure the continued operation of firearms-related businesses and includes provisions for extending concealed carry licenses during emergencies. The bill also clarifies law enforcement's authority regarding firearms regulation. It passed with unanimous support, reflecting a growing trend among states to classify firearms businesses as essential.
The Senate also approved Senate Bill 291, which extends the registration renewal period for pharmacies from annually to biannually, easing the regulatory burden on these businesses. This bill also passed with a vote of 33 to 0.
Additionally, the Senate addressed several other bills, including those authorizing criminal background checks for licensing in speech pathology and occupational therapy, both of which passed unanimously.
The session concluded with a moment of silence to honor the victims of the Buffalo Creek disaster, marking its 53rd anniversary. The Senate is scheduled to reconvene the following day at 11 AM to continue its legislative work.
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