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Introduced
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to require abuse and neglect case appeals to be processed within six months.
AI Summary
This bill adds a new provision to West Virginia law, specifically to section 58-5-1, which outlines when an appeal can be made. The key change is the addition of subsection (d), which mandates that all appeals related to abuse and neglect cases must be processed by the Supreme Court of Appeals within a six-month timeframe. This aims to expedite the resolution of these sensitive legal matters.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 02/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5516&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb5516%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=5516 |
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