WV House focuses on jobs, foster care in first 30 days of session; Dems say immediate relief needed

By: Caity Coyne, Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: February 13, 2026

Words: 1,454

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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Lawmakers have reached the halfway point of the legislative session, and the House of Delegates has made strides to deliver on their promise of focusing on economic development and jobs in West Virginia.

Legislation meant to help the state’s overwhelmed foster care system has also taken up much of the House’s first 30 days. The effort has mainly been led by a lawmaker who is a foster parent.

To date, a number of …

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