SB2534 establishes faith-based child-care facilities in Texas, exempting them from licensing requirements.

SB2534, the Faith-Based Foster Care Enhancement Act, allows religious organizations to establish child-care facilities for foster youth. These facilities are exempt from state licensing requirements and rules. They must meet minimum standards for health, safety, and welfare, and are overseen by a committee including a religious leader, two active members, and a mental health professional. The facilities must provide mentorship and support to foster youth, and encourage individuals to become foster or adoptive parents.

SB2534 establishes faith-based child-care facilities in Texas, exempting them from licensing requirements.

SB2534, the Faith-Based Foster Care Enhancement Act, allows religious organizations to establish child-care facilities for foster youth. These facilities are exempt from state licensing requirements and rules. They must meet minimum standards for health, safety, and welfare, and are overseen by a committee including a religious leader, two active members, and a mental health professional. The facilities must provide mentorship and support to foster youth, and encourage individuals to become foster or adoptive parents.