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WV HB4074

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kathie Crouse

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a three-year Tri-Share pilot program beginning July 1, 2026, where childcare costs are split equally among the state, employer, and employee (one-third each)

  • Covers dependent children from birth to 17 years of age for employees whose household income is between 150-250 percent of the Federal Poverty Level

  • Requires implementation in five counties: three urban and two rural

  • Department of Human Services must report annually to the Legislative Oversight Commission on employer/employee participation, childcare facility availability and costs, and workforce impacts

  • Authorizes statewide expansion if the pilot program successfully improves childcare stability, affordability, access, and quality

Legislative Description

Relating to establishing a pilot program to develop a childcare program where the state, employer, and employee, contribute one-third of the total cost each

Human Services

Last Action

To House Health and Human Resources

1/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Resources1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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