HB5189

Relating to the use of technology in child abuse and neglect investigations

Introduced·2/4/26
Intr Text

Establishes a pilot program for using mobile devices in child abuse and neglect investigations in West Virginia.

The bill mandates the Department of Human Services to implement a pilot program in two counties, starting October 1, 2027. This program requires child protective service workers to use mobile devices, such as computers or tablets, to access the department’s case management system for conducting investigations. The mobile devices must have customized operating systems that allow for the creation of a digital record of all investigation components. The program includes requirements for system interoperability, data upload frequency, and usage metrics.

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Health & Human Resources Committee
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History

Feb 4

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 4

House

To Health and Human Resources

Feb 4

House

Introduced in House