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WV HB4786

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kathie Crouse

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Licensed childcare providers would be reimbursed based on monthly enrollment rather than daily attendance, requiring only that a child attend at least 2.5 hours on at least one day per month to qualify

  • Department of Human Services must establish an electronic filing system for childcare providers to submit attendance billing documentation by July 1, 2026

  • After July 1, 2026, all childcare providers seeking reimbursement must submit supporting documents electronically

  • Amends West Virginia Code §49-2-121 regarding rule-making authority of the Secretary of the Department of Human Services

Legislative Description

Clarifies the minimum hours of attendance necessary for child subsidies to be based on monthly enrollment rather than daily attendance

Human Services

Last Action

To House Health and Human Resources

1/23/2026

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Resources1/23/2026

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