Bill > HB4726

This bill amends existing West Virginia law concerning transitional living services for young people transitioning out of foster care. The key change is the addition of a new provision that requires the department to give priority to housing applications for children who have turned 18, are leaving the foster care system, and do not qualify for the existing transitional living program. This means that when these young adults apply for housing assistance, such as through programs like HUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) or other government-assisted housing, their applications will be processed ahead of others. The bill aims to ensure these vulnerable young people have a better chance of securing stable housing as they transition to independent living after foster care.

Health and Social Services

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