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SB 748

Requiring parental notification of school-based dispensaries of contraceptives to minors

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Maynard and 1 co-sponsor

SB 748 mandates West Virginia schools notify parents before providing contraceptives to minors at school-based dispensaries.

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Bill Summary · SB 748

Legislative bill overview

SB 748 would require schools that operate contraceptive dispensaries to notify parents or guardians before providing contraceptives to minors. The bill establishes parental notification as a mandatory prerequisite to contraceptive distribution at school-based facilities in West Virginia.

Why this is important

This bill addresses the intersection of reproductive health access, parental rights, and minor consent in educational settings. The outcome could significantly affect how schools balance student confidentiality, parental authority, and public health approaches to contraceptive access for teenagers.

Potential points of contention

  • Parental notification vs. confidentiality: Opponents argue mandatory notification may deter vulnerable teens (those in unstable home situations) from accessing contraception, while supporters contend parents have a right to know about their children's medical decisions
  • School-based health infrastructure: The bill assumes some West Virginia schools operate contraceptive dispensaries; clarification is needed on how many facilities this actually applies to and whether it affects broader school health services
  • Age and consent thresholds: The bill doesn't specify age-based exceptions (some states allow older teens independent access) or address situations where parental notification creates safety risks for the minor

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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