Texas HB2144 amends the Family Code to grant prospective adoptive parents access to a child's history records, with certain exceptions.

HB2144 amends the Texas Family Code to allow prospective adoptive parents to access a child's health, social, educational, and genetic history records, excluding the identity of biological parents and other confidential individuals. Before placing a child for adoption, the Department of Family and Protective Services, a licensed child-placing agency, or the child's parent or guardian must compile a report on the child's history and distribute it as required.

Texas HB2144 amends the Family Code to grant prospective adoptive parents access to a child's history records, with certain exceptions.

HB2144 amends the Texas Family Code to allow prospective adoptive parents to access a child's health, social, educational, and genetic history records, excluding the identity of biological parents and other confidential individuals. Before placing a child for adoption, the Department of Family and Protective Services, a licensed child-placing agency, or the child's parent or guardian must compile a report on the child's history and distribute it as required.