HB768Introduced in the House of Delegates
Department of Human Services - Benefits for Children in Custody - Alterations
Introduced by Karen Simpson, District 3
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Altering certain provisions relating to the responsibilities of the Department of Human Services as representative payee and fiduciary for certain children committed to the custody of the Department; requiring the Department to use certain benefits in a manner that is in the best interest of the child including using the benefits for services for certain special needs; and requiring The Secretary to establish and maintain a foster youth savings program to conserve additional resources to assist youth in transitioning to independence.
Where it stands
Second Reading Passed
April 13, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House of DelegatesStage: Third Reading Passed · March 18, 2026
133
Yes
0
No
8
Absent or Not Voting
141 delegates recorded in this House of Delegates vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each delegate voted
| Delegate | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Buckel | 1 | Yes |
| Terry Baker | 1 | Yes |
| Jim Hinebaugh | 1 | Yes |
| William Wivell | 2 | Yes |
| William Valentine | 2 | Yes |
| Matthew Schindler | 2 | Yes |
| Ken Kerr | 3 | Yes |
| Kris Fair | 3 | Yes |
| Karen Simpson | 3 | Yes |
| Barrie Ciliberti | 4 | Yes |
Bill history
First Reading Appropriations
Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m.
Favorable with Amendments Report by Appropriations
Favorable with Amendments {413829/1 Adopted
Second Reading Passed with Amendments
Third Reading Passed (133-0)
Referred Judicial Proceedings
Hearing 4/02 at 1:00 p.m.
Favorable Report by Judicial Proceedings
Favorable Adopted
Second Reading Passed
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