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HB 4960

Provide an increase in salary to WV Birth to Three contracted therapists and employees

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kayla Young

West Virginia bill increases salaries for Birth to Three early intervention program therapists and employees to improve workforce retention and service quality.

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Bill Summary · HB 4960

Legislative bill overview

HB 4960 proposes increasing salaries for therapists and employees working under West Virginia's Birth to Three program, which serves infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities. The bill was recently introduced and is currently under review by the House Health and Human Resources Committee.

Why is this important

The Birth to Three program provides critical early intervention services that can significantly improve developmental outcomes for young children. Salary increases could help recruit and retain qualified professionals in this field, addressing workforce shortages that affect service quality and accessibility for vulnerable families.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: The bill's cost and funding source are not yet detailed; lawmakers will need to determine budget allocation and whether it diverts resources from other programs
  • Implementation scope: Unclear whether increases apply uniformly across all contracted therapists/employees or target specific roles or experience levels
  • Contractor vs. employee distinction: Questions about how salary increases affect contracted service providers versus state employees, and whether this creates equity issues across the workforce

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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