HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 73

(By Delegates Morgan, Stephens, Argento, Butcher, Givens, Hall, Hartman, Manypenny, Martin, D. Poling, Ross, Skaff, Staggers, Swartzmiller, Talbott, Azinger, Cowles, McGeehan, C. Miller, J. Miller, Porter and Rowan)

[Originating in the Committee on Government Organization;

April 3, 2009]



Requesting that the Joint Committee on Government and Finance authorize a study on the West Virginia Board of Social Work Examiners.

Whereas, The purpose of the West Virginia Board of Social Work Examiners is to protect the public by establishing standards for the qualification, education, training and experience for those who seek licensure and to promote high standards of professional and ethical performance for those engaged in the profession of social work; and
Whereas, The Legislature is committed to protecting the public through the licensure and regulation of professions and occupations in this state; and
W HEREAS , Since the time of the board's inception, changes have occurred in the practice of this profession that have not been incorporated into the regulatory framework governing the board; and
Whereas, The statute governing the West Virginia Board of Social Work Examiners should be reviewed to consider any appropriate and necessary revisions to the laws and rules governing these professions ; therefore be it
Resolved by the Legislature of West Virginia:
That the Joint Committee on Government and Finance is hereby requested to authorize a study on the West Virginia Board of Social Work Examiners; and, be it
 Further Resolved, That the Joint Committee on Government and Finance report to the Regular Session of the Legislature, 2010, on its findings, conclusions and recommendations, together with drafts of any legislation necessary to effectuate its recommendations; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Legislative expenses necessary to conduct this study, to prepare a report and to draft necessary legislation be paid from legislative appropriations to the Joint Committee on Government and Finance.