Texas adopts the revised Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children, making conforming changes to state law.

The bill adopts the revised Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children by the State of Texas, making conforming changes to the Family Code. It establishes a process for the interstate placement of children, ensuring they are placed in safe and suitable homes in a timely manner. The compact applies to children subject to ongoing court jurisdiction due to abuse, neglect, or deprivation, and those placed by public or private agencies. It excludes certain placements, such as those in custody proceedings where a public child placing agency is not a party.

Texas adopts the revised Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children, making conforming changes to state law.

The bill adopts the revised Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children by the State of Texas, making conforming changes to the Family Code. It establishes a process for the interstate placement of children, ensuring they are placed in safe and suitable homes in a timely manner. The compact applies to children subject to ongoing court jurisdiction due to abuse, neglect, or deprivation, and those placed by public or private agencies. It excludes certain placements, such as those in custody proceedings where a public child placing agency is not a party.