SB 391
Allocating CPS workers by county
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- Passed House of Delegates
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Bill overview
This bill changes how the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources allocates child protective services (CPS) workers across the state’s counties. It directs the commissioner to assign workers based on population, referrals, and caseloads, with the ability to adjust for immediate needs. The bill also requires the department to report any changes in worker allocation to the Legislative Oversight Commission annually, providing justification for those changes.
Key provisions
- CPS workers will be allocated to counties based on population, referrals, and average caseload.
- The commissioner can adjust worker assignments based on immediate county needs.
- The allocation cannot decrease below the number of workers assigned on January 1, 2023.
- The bill mandates an annual report detailing changes in worker allocation.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources
- Child Protective Services Workers
- County Residents (potentially affected by CPS services)
- Legislative Oversight Commission on Health and Human Resources Accountability
- West Virginia Counties
Notable changes
- Establishes a formal process for allocating CPS workers based on data-driven criteria.
- Requires reporting of allocation changes to the Legislative Oversight Commission.
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Primary sponsor
Smith (Mr. President)
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