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WV HB5407
Bill
Status
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jonathan Pinson
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AI Summary
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Requires the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources to identify and execute records releases for each medical, dental, and mental health provider of a child within 30 days after the child is placed in state custody
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Records must be released to the child's school counselor to enable collaboration among counselors involved in the abuse or neglect case
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Amends §49-4-602 of the West Virginia Code governing court actions in juvenile abuse and neglect proceedings
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The records release requirement applies when courts order temporary care, custody, and control of children found to be in imminent danger
Legislative Description
The purpose of this bill is to facilitate the participation of mental health providers in juvenile abuse and neglect cases.
Human Services
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/10/2026