Today proved to be a one worth celebrating as the Senate passed three resolutions designating March 4th as Social Work Day, Women’s Day and Disability Advocacy Day.
Senate Resolution 19 recognizes the dedication and commitment of social workers to our communities throughout West Virginia. Senate Resolution 20 recognizes the accomplishments and achievements of women in the state, both in the private and public sectors. Senate Resolution 21 recognizes Disability Advocacy Day which serves to increase the awareness of legislators, administrators, policymakers and the public of the public policy issues that are important to people with disabilities.
The Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 307 which would create a Maternal Screening Act which would provide a uniform screening tool for women with high risk pregnancies.
Three bills were introduced on first reading today: Senate Bill 253 relates to certain sexual offenses by or against inmates; Senate Bill 263 would disclose certain inmates’ personal communications; and Senate Bill 294 would define criminal offense of an incapacitated person’s abuse or neglect.
The following committees will meet today:
Natural Resources – 1 p.m.- 208W
Government Organization – 2 p.m.- 208W
Finance Sub Committee A- 3 p.m.- 451M
Judiciary – 3 p.m.- 208W
The following committees will meet tomorrow:
Finance – 9:30 a.m.- 451M
Judiciary – 10 a.m.- 208W
Health and Human Resources – 1 p.m.- 451M
The Senate adjourned until 11 a.m. tomorrow.
