Texas SB1589 amends contract requirements for a single source continuum contractor with the Department of Family and Protective Services.

Texas SB1589 amends the Family Code to establish specific provisions for contracts between a single source continuum contractor and the Department of Family and Protective Services. The bill mandates that contracts include provisions for collaboration with various stakeholders, such as community faith-based entities, the judiciary, and foster families. It also requires the contractor to maintain a diverse network of service providers and facilitate reciprocity of licenses for alternative caregivers.

Texas SB1589 amends contract requirements for a single source continuum contractor with the Department of Family and Protective Services.

Texas SB1589 amends the Family Code to establish specific provisions for contracts between a single source continuum contractor and the Department of Family and Protective Services. The bill mandates that contracts include provisions for collaboration with various stakeholders, such as community faith-based entities, the judiciary, and foster families. It also requires the contractor to maintain a diverse network of service providers and facilitate reciprocity of licenses for alternative caregivers.