Local boards & departments; DSS to create corrective action plans & assumption of temporary control.

This legislation strengthens state oversight of local departments of social services throughout Virginia. Under the new law, the state Department of Social Services is authorized to mandate corrective action plans for any local agency that fails to meet performance standards or comply with legal requirements. If a local department remains unable to improve its operations or fulfill its duties, the state now has the authority to assume temporary administrative control. This measure is intended to ensure consistent service delivery and accountability, particularly for vulnerable residents who rely on local welfare and child protection programs. By providing a pathway for state intervention, the bill aims to prevent systemic failures in local offices and guarantee that essential social services remain reliable and effective for all community members across the Commonwealth.