Regarding continuing education requirements and compensation of Guardians Ad Litem
HB 2911 sets new compensation rates for Guardians Ad Litem (GALs) in cases involving minor settlement proceedings and requires GALs to complete continuing education. The bill amends West Virginia law to establish standardized payment rates for GALs in these specific cases and mandates ongoing training to maintain professional competency. It directly affects GALs appointed in juvenile or family court cases where minors are involved in settlements. The changes aim to standardize payments and ensure GALs meet updated professional requirements.
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in committee
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Introduction
Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 24, 2025
Last action Feb 24, 2025
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Feb 24, 2025
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To House Judiciary
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Feb 24, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in House
lower
Feb 24, 2025
Committee
To Judiciary then Finance
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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