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Senate honors CASA; senators press for comprehensive review of West Virginia child-welfare system
Summary
The West Virginia Senate adopted a resolution recognizing Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and several senators used the recognition to call for a statewide, independent review of the foster care and child-welfare system, citing about 6,000 children currently in foster care.
The West Virginia Senate on Feb. 19 adopted a resolution recognizing Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and heard several senators press for a broad, independent review of the state’s child-welfare and foster care systems.
CASA volunteers and directors attended the session and were recognized from the Senate floor. Senator from Jefferson (State Senator) introduced the resolution and described CASA’s role, saying, "CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocate... These folks are on the front line of helping our kids in West Virginia who have to face, the horrible conditions and trauma that get them in front of a court or a judge." The senator also disclosed, "I do sit on their state board," and asked colleagues to support the organization.
The recognition proceeded as part of a broader exchange on child welfare. Senator from Cabell (State Senator) urged lawmakers to take the issue beyond ceremonial recognition, noting, "We have 6,000 children in foster care…
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