‘We have no evidence’: WV lawmakers question Morrisey administration on school clothing program

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: August 12, 2026

Words: 1,376

Last Updated: 6 days, 12 hours ago

Body Text Preview

New Human Services Secretary Carl Ayers appeared before lawmakers for the first time Tuesday to field questions about the Morrisey administration’s handling of the school clothing allowance program for low-income children.

Some families are still waiting for the $200 assistance to buy school clothes while children are now returning to classrooms for the new school year.

“The Legislature does not carry weight on this. It’s the governor’s office that carries the weight on …

Create a free account to access this story and more

Join Plucky Wire to access full stories, collaborate with newsrooms, and discover content from networks around the world.

About

FAQ

Email Us