Texas HB2069 amends emergency detention laws to protect children's rights and safety.

Texas HB2069 amends the Health and Safety Code to enhance protections for children during emergency detentions. The bill grants parents, guardians, or other persons standing in parental relation the right to intervene and take custody of a child placed under emergency detention. It mandates that peace officers must attempt to contact these individuals and inform them of their rights. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of certain restraint devices on children aged 10 or younger unless there is an imminent risk of harm.

Texas HB2069 amends emergency detention laws to protect children's rights and safety.

Texas HB2069 amends the Health and Safety Code to enhance protections for children during emergency detentions. The bill grants parents, guardians, or other persons standing in parental relation the right to intervene and take custody of a child placed under emergency detention. It mandates that peace officers must attempt to contact these individuals and inform them of their rights. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of certain restraint devices on children aged 10 or younger unless there is an imminent risk of harm.