Texas HB1155 establishes a monitored return assistance program for parents seeking reunification with their children.

Texas HB1155 creates a monitored return assistance program for parents under a court order for the monitored return of a child. The Department of Family and Protective Services will provide monetary assistance to parents with a family income at or below 300 percent of the federal poverty level who face economic barriers to reunification. The assistance will be disbursed similarly to foster care payments and can be extended for an additional six months post-dismissal to support family stability.

Texas HB1155 establishes a monitored return assistance program for parents seeking reunification with their children.

Texas HB1155 creates a monitored return assistance program for parents under a court order for the monitored return of a child. The Department of Family and Protective Services will provide monetary assistance to parents with a family income at or below 300 percent of the federal poverty level who face economic barriers to reunification. The assistance will be disbursed similarly to foster care payments and can be extended for an additional six months post-dismissal to support family stability.