West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 5042: Prohibit a child in the custody of the state from placement in facility not approved by Department of Human Services

In committee Last action February 2, 2026: To House Health and Human Resources

Plain-language summary

HB 5042 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibit a child in the custody of the state from placement in facility not approved by Department of Human Services. Primary sponsor: Adam Burkhammer (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 2, 2026): To House Health and Human Resources.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Adam Burkhammer (Republican).