HB5054

Relating to requiring the counties particpating in the QMHP Pilot Program to have at least one qualified mental health professional in each public school in that county.

Introduced·2/2/26
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West Virginia HB5054 mandates counties in the QMHP Pilot Program to have at least one qualified mental health professional in each public school.

West Virginia HB5054 establishes a Qualified Mental Health Professional Pilot Program, involving 10 counties selected by the Legislative Oversight Commission on Education and Accountability. The bill requires these counties to ensure at least one qualified mental health professional is present in every public school. It defines a qualified mental health professional and classifies school counselors as such. The bill also mandates specific training for school counselors and outlines their roles and responsibilities.

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History

Feb 2

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 2

House

To Education then Finance

Feb 2

House

Introduced in House