Near-total abortion ban
Enacted5/10
West Virginia · West Virginia HB 302 · Sep 16, 2022
Impact 5/10
West Virginia enacted a near-total abortion ban in a special legislative session after Dobbs. Limited exceptions for rape, incest (requiring reporting), and medical emergencies.
Reproductive rightsSafety net & benefitsYoung adults (18-30)Working-age adultsWomenLow-incomePregnant peopleRural residents
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✓ Verified against primary sources 2026-08-16