Permitting certain felons to work in licensed behavioral health facilities in West Virginia.

West Virginia HB5093 allows individuals convicted of a nonviolent felony to work in licensed behavioral health facilities, provided they have completed their criminal sentence. The bill sets conditions and limitations on such employment, which will be established through rulemaking by the department. These rules must be approved by the legislature and will ensure the safety of patients and other employees. The provisions do not override licensing requirements for professions regulated under chapter 30 of the code.

Permitting certain felons to work in licensed behavioral health facilities in West Virginia.

West Virginia HB5093 allows individuals convicted of a nonviolent felony to work in licensed behavioral health facilities, provided they have completed their criminal sentence. The bill sets conditions and limitations on such employment, which will be established through rulemaking by the department. These rules must be approved by the legislature and will ensure the safety of patients and other employees. The provisions do not override licensing requirements for professions regulated under chapter 30 of the code.