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WV HB5497
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Margitta Mazzocchi
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AI Summary
- Grants personal liability immunity to employees of child advocacy centers for actions taken during child abuse investigations or while providing center services
- Maintains liability for employees in cases involving gross negligence, willful and wanton misconduct, or intentional misconduct
- Amends West Virginia Code §49-3-101, which defines child advocacy center services including forensic interviews, medical evaluations, therapeutic intervention, and victim support
- Introduced February 13, 2026, by Delegates Mazzocchi, Burkhammer, Kimble, and T. Howell and referred to the Judiciary Committee
Legislative Description
Relating to staff liability
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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