SB448

Relating to brain injury screening training

Introduced·1/16/26
Intr Text

West Virginia SB448 mandates brain injury screening training for Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation personnel and requires screenings for all.

West Virginia SB448 requires the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation to train its personnel to conduct brain injury screenings for incarcerated individuals. The bill mandates that all incoming and currently incarcerated individuals be screened for brain injuries by July 1, 2028. The screening process must be designed with input from a study group focused on competency and criminal responsibility.

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History

Jan 16

Senate

Filed for introduction

Jan 16

Senate

To Judiciary then Finance

Jan 16

Senate

Introduced in Senate