West Virginia HB4017 allows the Department of Human Services to contract with faith-based child welfare providers.

West Virginia HB4017 amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Secretary of the Department of Human Services to contract and collaborate with both secular and faith-based providers of child welfare services. The bill ensures that faith-based organizations can maintain their religious character and independence when providing services. If a parent or legal guardian objects to a child's placement at a faith-based organization on religious grounds, the department must find an alternative placement, unless it violates a court order.

West Virginia HB4017 allows the Department of Human Services to contract with faith-based child welfare providers.

West Virginia HB4017 amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Secretary of the Department of Human Services to contract and collaborate with both secular and faith-based providers of child welfare services. The bill ensures that faith-based organizations can maintain their religious character and independence when providing services. If a parent or legal guardian objects to a child's placement at a faith-based organization on religious grounds, the department must find an alternative placement, unless it violates a court order.