Head of WV Social Services Marks 2nd Departure From Department in 2026

WV Bureau for Social Services commissioner out, limited details from Morrisey administration

Lorie Bragg has resigned as commissioner of the state’s Bureau for Social Services. (Photo courtesy of the West Virginia Department of Human Services)Lorie Bragg is no longer the commissioner of the state’s Bureau for Social Services, a position tasked with overseeing the troubled foster care system. Bragg officially stepped into the role in May of last year within Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s administration. She confirmed the exit to West Virginia W…

Head of WV Social Services marks 2nd departure from department in 2026

Lorie Bragg, Commissioner of the Bureau for Social Services (BSS) is officially out at the West Virginia Department of Human Services.

Lorie Bragg resigns as commissioner of the Bureau of Social Services Commissioner as Marion County lawsuit proceeds

FAIRMONT — The commissioner of the West Virginia Bureau of Social Services resigned Monday.

Lorie Bragg resigns as commissioner of the Bureau of Social Services as Marion County lawsuit proceeds

FAIRMONT — The commissioner of the West Virginia Bureau of Social Services resigned Monday.