Texas HB451 mandates screenings for commercial sexual exploitation risk for children under state conservatorship or juvenile probation.

Texas HB451 amends the Family Code to require a comprehensive assessment for children entering state conservatorship, including a screening for commercial sexual exploitation. This screening must use a validated tool selected by the Child Sex Trafficking Prevention Unit. Additionally, the Human Resources Code is amended to mandate that juvenile probation departments complete a risk and needs assessment for each child under their jurisdiction, including a commercial sexual exploitation screening. These changes take effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB451 mandates screenings for commercial sexual exploitation risk for children under state conservatorship or juvenile probation.

Texas HB451 amends the Family Code to require a comprehensive assessment for children entering state conservatorship, including a screening for commercial sexual exploitation. This screening must use a validated tool selected by the Child Sex Trafficking Prevention Unit. Additionally, the Human Resources Code is amended to mandate that juvenile probation departments complete a risk and needs assessment for each child under their jurisdiction, including a commercial sexual exploitation screening. These changes take effect September 1, 2025.