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WV HB2934
Bill
Status
2/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Elliott Pritt
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Health and Human Resources to prioritize housing applications (including HUD and other government-assisted housing) for foster children who have turned 18 years of age and are transitioning out of foster care
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Applies specifically to youth who do not qualify for the transitional living services program, which serves individuals between 16 and 26 years of age
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Maintains existing transitional living program requirements including life skills assessments, written transition plans, and face-to-face contact documentation for eligible participants
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Mandates the department promulgate legislative rules, including emergency rules if necessary, to implement the housing prioritization provision
Legislative Description
Housing assistance for children aging out of foster care system
Human Services
Last Action
Markup Discussion
3/13/2025