HB4604Introduced in the House of Delegates
Relating to abuse and neglect cases
Introduced by Adam Burkhammer, District 64
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
The purpose of this bill is to increase compensation of all panel attorneys and guardians ad litem. The bill also creates an assistant guardian ad litem position and outlines what language is required in juvenile abuse and neglect case orders.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.
Where it stands
To House Finance
February 23, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Judiciary then Finance
Introduced in House
To House Judiciary
To House Courts
Markup Discussion
To House Courts
Markup Discussion
By substitute, do pass, but first to Finance
To House Finance
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