Texas HB741 amends procedures for child removal and monetary assistance for certain caregivers.

Texas HB741 amends the Family Code to restrict the Department of Family and Protective Services from removing a child placed with a relative caregiver within the fourth degree by consanguinity without conducting an investigation, providing parental services, and offering policy warnings. The bill also modifies monetary assistance and support services for caregivers, including reimbursement for child-care expenses and family counseling. The changes apply to caregiver assistance agreements entered into before, on, or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB741 amends procedures for child removal and monetary assistance for certain caregivers.

Texas HB741 amends the Family Code to restrict the Department of Family and Protective Services from removing a child placed with a relative caregiver within the fourth degree by consanguinity without conducting an investigation, providing parental services, and offering policy warnings. The bill also modifies monetary assistance and support services for caregivers, including reimbursement for child-care expenses and family counseling. The changes apply to caregiver assistance agreements entered into before, on, or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.