Bureau for Family Assistance commissioner latest to exit Morrisey administration

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: October 1, 2026

Words: 524

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

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Janie Cole is leaving her role as commissioner of the Bureau for Family Assistance in the Morrisey administration.

Cole has a lengthy career overseeing programs related to children and families and has served as commissioner since 2023. She previously served as deputy commissioner for the Bureau for Children and Families.

Lars Dalseide, communications director for Gov. Patrick Morrisey, told West Virginia Watch that Cole is retiring. Dalseide and the Department of …

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