The proposed bill establishes the Comprehensive Services Act in West Virginia, aimed at creating a collaborative, child-centered, family-focused, and community-based system of services and funding for troubled and at-risk youths and their families. It introduces a new article to the Code of West Virginia that outlines the act's intent, which includes aligning services with state policies, promoting early intervention for at-risk families, and fostering interagency collaboration. The bill also mandates the formation of state and local advisory teams composed of representatives from various state agencies, community organizations, and parents to guide policy and manage cooperative efforts.

Additionally, the bill requires the establishment of community policy and management teams in each county or municipality to oversee the allocation of funds and services, develop interagency policies, and ensure accountability. It specifies that individuals on family assessment and planning teams who do not represent public agencies must file a statement of economic interests, while those representing public agencies must do so if required by the State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act. The legislation emphasizes the importance of collaboration, confidentiality, and financial contributions from parents or guardians when appropriate, ultimately seeking to enhance the support system for at-risk youths and their families through structured resource management.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 49-12-1, 49-12-2, 49-12-3, 49-12-4, 49-12-5, 49-12-6, 49-12-7, 49-12-8, 49-12-9, 49-12-10, 49-12-11, 49-12-12