Lawmakers overhaul how West Virginia provides clothes, beds to foster kids in need

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: June 24, 2026

Words: 940

Last Updated: 4 weeks, 1 day ago

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West Virginia is changing how it provides clothing, beds, diapers and more to foster kids with immediate needs after lawmakers mandated an update to the program.

Lawmakers unanimously approved legislation, which went into effect this month, requiring the Department of Human Services to provide an electronic card to children entering foster care so caregivers can purchase clothes and approved necessary items at nearby stores.

“There’s just so much difficulty introducing kids to a new home. …

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