CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Patrick Morrisey praised Raleigh County Judge Michael Froble’s decision today to issue a permanent injunction in favor of granting religious exemptions from compulsory vaccine requirements.

“Today’s ruling is a win for every family forced from school over their faith,” said Governor Morrisey.

“I will always take a stand for religious liberty and for the children of this state. I applaud the court for upholding West Virginia’s Equal Protection for Religion Act.”

The ruling requires the West Virginia Board of Education to follow the Equal Protection for Religious Protection Act of 2023 and allow children who have received a religious exemption through the West Virginia Department of Health to attend school.

Forty-five states already have clear religi

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