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WV HB2542
Bill
Status
2/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Eric Brooks
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AI Summary
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Permits audio recordings of all investigatory or exploratory interactions between Child Protective Services (CPS) representatives and members of the public who are under investigation for abuse and neglect allegations
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Requires CPS representatives to obtain informed consent or a court order before making audio recordings during home visits or interviews conducted in locations where the accused person has a reasonable expectation of privacy
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Mandates that audio recordings be stored for the duration the case remains open
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Amends §49-2-802 of the West Virginia Code relating to Child Protective Services establishment, duties, and investigation procedures
Legislative Description
Requiring child protective services (“CPS”) workers to record, via audio, all interactions during CPS visits.
Public Safety
Last Action
To House Health and Human Resources
3/6/2025