HB4511

To require drug testing of foster parents prior to child placement.

Introduced·1/19/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB4511 mandates drug testing for foster, kinship, and caregiver applicants to ensure child safety.

West Virginia HB4511 establishes a drug screening program for adults applying to serve as foster, kinship, or caregiver parents. The Department of Human Services will administer drug tests for controlled substances. Applicants with positive results must complete a substance abuse treatment program. A second positive test leads to a 12-month suspension, and a third results in permanent disqualification. The program aims to protect children in the legal custody of the Department of Human Services.

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Health & Human Resources Committee
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History

Jan 19

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 19

House

To Health and Human Resources then Judiciary

Jan 19

House

Introduced in House