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Governor Morrisey Vetoes Foster Care Bills, Sparks Criticism

4/6/2026

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West Virginia Governor Morrisey vetoed several bills to support foster children, citing cost concerns.
The veto blocked a bipartisan foster care transition bill that would have expanded services for former foster kids.
Critics warn that skipping support now could raise costs if more children end up in the prison system.
Morrisey's administration emphasizes tax cuts to help families, and experts say poverty is misperceived as neglect, leading to unnecessary removals.

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West Virginia Governor Morrisey vetoed several bills to support foster children, citing cost concerns.
The veto blocked a bipartisan foster care transition bill that would have expanded services for former foster kids.
Critics warn that skipping support now could raise costs if more children end up in the prison system.
Morrisey's administration emphasizes tax cuts to help families, and experts say poverty is misperceived as neglect, leading to unnecessary removals.