West Virginia § 49-2-111b Study of kinship foster care families

West Virginia Statutes

§ 49-2-111b — Study of kinship foster care families

West Virginia § 49-2-111b

Ch. 49CHILD WELFARE

Art. 2STATE RESPONSIBILITIES FOR CHILDREN

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W. Va. Code § 49-2-111b (2026).

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(a)The department shall conduct a study and make recommendations for improving services provided for kinship foster care families. This study shall include at a minimum:

(1)A review of best practices in other states;

(2)A proposal for an alternate system of regulation for kinship foster care that includes the same reimbursement as other foster care families as well as a reasonable time period for obtaining certification;

(3)An evaluation of what training and supports are needed to ensure that kinship care homes are successful.

(b)The results of this shall be shared with all members of the Legislature by October 1, 2019.

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(a) The department shall conduct a study and make recommendations for improving services provided for kinship foster care families. This study shall include at a minimum:

(1) A review of best practices in other states;

(2) A proposal for an alternate system of regulation for kinship foster care that includes the same reimbursement as other foster care families as well as a reasonable time period for obtaining certification;

(3) An evaluation of what training and supports are needed to ensure that kinship care homes are successful.

(b) The results of this shall be shared with all members of the Legislature by October 1, 2019.