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HB 5649·WV·house

Relating to confidentiality of certain records pertaining to adults and facility residents

Passed One ChamberFiled Feb 17, 2026
Sponsor: Akers
Latest Action

To Judiciary

Mar 5, 2026

Summary

The bill keeps most records about adults in care confidential, but allows specific disclosures to law‑enforcement, courts, advocacy groups and victims when abuse, neglect or financial exploitation is reported. It also sets rules for limited use of those records in administrative hearings, including redaction and return of the material. The changes aim to protect privacy while ensuring needed information can be accessed for investigations and legal processes.

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