WV Senate interrupted by Garcia’s protest of no voting on Raylee’s Law, House rushes their version

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: March 2, 2026

Words: 709

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago

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When senators refused to take up a child abuse prevention measure known as “Raylee’s Law” on Monday, a House of Delegates committee quickly advanced their version of the bill through a committee as legislative deadlines loom.

“Raylee’s Law” was named for an 8-year-old girl who died of horrific abuse and neglect in 2018 after her teachers notified Child Protective Services of potential abuse, prompting her abusers to move her to homeschooling.

The House …

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