SB 822
Requiring Department of Human Services use mobile technology to assist in certain investigations
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Bill overview
This bill requires the West Virginia Department of Human Services to use mobile technology to help child protective services workers investigate child abuse and neglect cases. The technology must have a specific operating system that creates and automatically uploads digital records of the investigation. This system needs to be compatible with existing department programs and allow for data extraction to improve quality control and analysis.
Key provisions
- The Department of Human Services must utilize mobile technology for child abuse and neglect investigations.
- The mobile technology’s operating system must be customized for child welfare casework.
- The operating system must create contemporaneous, electronic records of investigations.
- These records must be uploaded electronically on a regular basis.
- The operating system must be interoperable with existing Department of Human Services programs.
- Data extraction for quality review is required.
- Department staff will analyze extracted data monthly to improve the child welfare system.
Who is affected
- Department of Human Services
- Child Protective Services Workers
- Children and Families involved in child abuse and neglect cases
Notable changes
- Requires the use of mobile technology for investigations.
- Mandates the creation and electronic uploading of investigation records.
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