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Gov. Justice signs bills requiring officer training on autism spectrum disorders, lowering prescription drug costs, and regarding physician assistants

Press Release

Date: April 21, 2021
Location: Charleston, WV
Issues: Drugs

Gov. Jim Justice hosted a virtual ceremony Wednesday inside the Governor's Reception Room in Charleston, where he signed into law three bills designed to improve West Virginians' lives in various ways.

"I'm excited to sign these bills -- some really important legislation we got through," Gov. Justice said. "I congratulate all those in the House and the Senate that helped move these bills along."

SENATE BILL 634
This bill requires law enforcement and correctional officers to be trained on the best ways to interact with those with autism spectrum disorders.

"Research has shown us that interactions with law enforcement can be more dangerous for those with autism spectrum disorders," Gov. Justice said. "Many times, these officers without training come to opinions that can lead them to suspect these people because their behavior may be something they can't pick up on."


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