VA SB133

Directs the Department of Social Services, Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, and Department of Health to convene a work group evaluating Virginia's response to parental prenatal and postnatal substance use

Work group will review existing statutes, regulations, and practices regarding Plans of Safe Care under the federal Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act, with emphasis on preserving the mother-infant dyad while ensuring child safety

Requires identification of best practices, service gaps, data gaps, and training opportunities for government agencies and service providers addressing substance-affected families

Work group membership includes representatives from state and local agencies, OB/GYNs certified in addiction medicine, pediatricians, hospital staff, doulas, midwives, impacted parents, and advocacy organizations including the Virginia Poverty Law Center

Written report of findings and recommendations due to Senate Committees on Education and Health and Rehabilitation and Social Services and House Committee on Health and Human Services by December 1, 2026