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WV HB4616
WV HB4616Relating to the imposition of a time limitation on disposition decisions in child abuse and neglect proceedings
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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to require the court to issue a disposition decision within 12 months of ratification of the initial petition.
AI Summary
This bill, relating to child abuse and neglect proceedings in West Virginia, mandates that a court must issue a "disposition decision" – which is a formal ruling on the outcome of a case involving child abuse or neglect – within 12 months of the "ratification of the initial petition," meaning the official acceptance of the first legal document filed in the case. This aims to ensure that these sensitive cases are resolved in a timely manner, preventing prolonged uncertainty for children and families involved.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (8)
Adam Burkhammer (R)*,
Geno Chiarelli (R),
Bill Flanigan (R),
Scot Heckert (R),
Laura Kimble (R),
Margitta Mazzocchi (R),
George Miller (R),
Jonathan Pinson (R),
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 01/20/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4616&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4616%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4616 |
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