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WV SB1009

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brian Helton

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Grants civil liability immunity to multidisciplinary team members, board members, staff, and volunteers at Child Advocacy Centers when acting within their official duties
  • Protection applies to recommendations made or opinions rendered in good faith during child abuse investigations and related services
  • Amends West Virginia Code §49-3-101 governing specialized child advocacy programs
  • Child Advocacy Centers provide forensic interviews, medical evaluations, mental health services, and victim support for children in the state's child welfare program

Legislative Description

Providing immunity for those who work for Child Advocacy Centers while performing duties

Human Services

Last Action

To Judiciary

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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