HB 16 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the adjudication and disposition of cases involving delinquent conduct, certain juvenile court proceedings, and planning and funding for services for children in the juvenile justice system.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COMMUNITY-BASED DIVERSION & INTERVENTION TASK FORCE | County Government--Finance | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 63 88-0 (2023)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.Sponsor: Sparks, Kevin | et. al.
Relating to reports of child abuse or neglect and certain preliminary investigations of those reports.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 313 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the compensatory education allotment for homeless students or students in foster care under the Foundation School Program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | HOMELESS
HB 320 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who are or were in foster care.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HOMELESS | Housing--Homeless Persons | Human Relations
HB 334 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to contracts to provide appropriate residential housing to students in extended foster care who enroll at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Housing--General | Housing--Homeless Persons
HB 336 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to notice regarding certain benefits for which a representative payee or fiduciary has been appointed for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Received from the House
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 347 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to law enforcement agency policies regarding the placement of a child taken into possession by a peace officer during the arrest of a person.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
| Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 463 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.
Relating to medical examinations for certain children entering the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Postponed
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Health--General
HB 475 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.
Relating to certain policies and procedures for health care specialty consultations in certain child abuse or neglect investigations and assessments.
House: Human Services
Received from the House
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | MEDICAL RECORDS
HB 500 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | CAPITAL AND FORENSIC WRITS, OFFICE OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FEDERAL RELATIONS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--ORANGE | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--PORT ARTHUR | LAMAR UNIVERSITY | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SECRETARY OF STATE | STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON | State Employees | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD | STATE PRESERVATION BOARD | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 635 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frank, James B.
Relating to notifying an alleged perpetrator of child abuse or neglect of the person's rights in connection with an investigation conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Withdrawn from schedule
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 637 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bailes, Ernest | et. al.
Relating to the payment of permanency care assistance after a child's 18th birthday.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 658 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cook, David
Relating to immunity from civil and criminal liability for certain Department of Family and Protective Services contractors who participate in a child abuse or neglect investigation.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| CHILD ABUSE | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 728 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rose, ToniSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the statewide interagency aging services coordinating council.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Aging | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATEWIDE INTERAGENCY AGING SERVICES COORDINATING COUNCIL | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 729 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the statewide intellectual and developmental disability coordinating council.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATEWIDE INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY COORDINATING COUNCIL | Sunset—Required Reviews | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY CENTER ON DISABILITY & DEVELOPMENT | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN CENTER FOR DISABILITY STUDIES | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 730 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to policies and procedures regarding certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship, investigations by the Department of Family and Protective Services, and parental child safety placements.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| CHILD ABUSE | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 793 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the selection and reimbursement of certain persons providing services required under a service plan filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 811 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to reporting and investigating certain cases of child abuse or neglect involving a pregnant person's use of a controlled substance.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 897 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to payments made to certain foster parents.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 954 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the eligibility of a person to serve as a relative or other designated caregiver for a child.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 957 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to standing in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 968 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gates, Gary | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1045 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to prohibiting the dismissal of certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1059 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to a prohibition on prosecuting or referring to juvenile court certain persons for certain conduct constituting the offense of prostitution, to the provision of services to those persons, and to the prosecution of related criminal offenses.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| CHILD SEX TRAFFICKING VICTIMS PROTECTIONS AND PROVISIONS ACT | Crimes--Against Morals | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--General | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PROSTITUTION
HB 1085 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to certain procedures relating to children placed under a parental child safety placement.
House: Human Services
Considered in Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1086 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to policies and procedures regarding certain investigations by the Department of Family and Protective Services and certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Courts--District | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1141 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to establishment of an employee grievance procedure by the Health and Human Services Commission and Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | State Employees
HB 1229 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the collection and confidentiality of information regarding firearms and ammunition in agency foster homes; creating a civil penalty.
House: Community Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-sponsor authorized
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Weapons
HB 1289 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz | et. al.
Relating to a training program for persons investigating suspected child abuse or neglect.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1323 88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to the measures to encourage eligible students to claim certain tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for students who are or have been in foster or other residential care.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1342 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the exchange of certain information between the Department of Family and Protective Services or certain foster care services contractors and a state or local juvenile justice agency.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 1406 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lujan, John | et. al.
Relating to the measures to encourage eligible students to claim certain tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for students who are or have been in foster or other residential care.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1431 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to monetary assistance provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services to certain relative or designated caregivers.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 1502 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela | et. al.
Relating to required training regarding trauma-informed care for certain judges and attorneys.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Courts--Judges | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Lawyers | Minors--Health & Safety | SUPREME COURT
HB 1517 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to an independent assessment of the Health and Human Services Commission's rules, minimum standards, and contract requirements that apply to certain residential child-care providers.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1520 88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | JUVENILE SERVICES, ADVISORY COUNCIL ON | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT -- TJJD | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Employees | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 1529 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1667 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the reporting of child abuse or neglect.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1746 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to prohibited nonconsensual medical procedures and treatment on certain minors with intersex traits.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 1911 88-0 (2023)
Author: Burrows, DustinSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in ad valorem tax appraisal records.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Lawyers | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information
HB 1972 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to policies and procedures regarding children placed by the Department of Family and Protective Services in a residential treatment center or program.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1976 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain students who were under the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1990 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to requiring the Department of Family and Protective Services to notify certain individuals of changes to child abuse and neglect investigation reports.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 2010 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al.
Relating to emergency possession of certain abandoned children by designated emergency infant care providers.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2150 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to examinations for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2237 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the child first grant program.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 2243 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz | et. al.
Relating to the provision of assistance to elderly persons in obtaining certain protective orders.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Aging | Crimes--Against Persons--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Family Violence | Human Services--General | PROTECTIVE ORDERS
HB 2359 88-0 (2023)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to employee caseload limit goals for child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services and call processing goals for certain of those services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Aging | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 2375 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, Candy
Relating to the transfer of authority regarding the review and resolution of complaints against the Department of Family and Protective Services to the Health and Human Services Commission's office of inspector general.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
HB 2439 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thimesch, Kronda
Relating to the individuals to whom notice and information must be provided after the Department of Family and Protective Services or another agency takes possession of a child.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | HUMAN TRAFFICKING
HB 2481 88-0 (2023)
Author: Garcia, Josey | et. al.
Relating to a counseling and crisis management program for relative or other designated caregivers and children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | TELEMEDICINE
HB 2572 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lujan, John | et. al.
Relating to the central registry of names of individuals found to have abused or neglected a child.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS
HB 2610 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela
Relating to trauma-informed care for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services and trauma-informed care training for certain department employees.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Governor | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2613 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.
Relating to monetary assistance provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services to certain relative or designated caregivers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 2627 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the adjudication and disposition of cases involving delinquent conduct, certain juvenile court proceedings, and planning and funding for services for children in the juvenile justice system.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| COMMUNITY-BASED DIVERSION & INTERVENTION TASK FORCE | Crimes--Juvenile | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2645 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lujan, John | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program to increase the financial independence of foster youth who are transitioning to independent living.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Financial--General | FOSTER CARE
HB 2668 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Ann | et. al.
Relating to the rights of victims of sexual assault and to certain procedures and reimbursements occurring with respect to a sexual assault or other sex offense.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Laid on the table subject to call
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | CRIME VICTIMS | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Electronic Information Systems | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FORENSIC TESTING | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Law Enforcement | Minors--Crimes Against | SEXUAL ASSAULT
HB 2670 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the composition of the Sexual Assault Survivors' Task Force and to compensation for task force members and certain other task force participants.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Crimes Against | SEXUAL ASSAULT | SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVIVORS' TASK FORCE
HB 2704 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to service plans in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2707 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the temporary emergency care of children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HOTELS & MOTELS | Property Interests--General
HB 2716 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to neglect of a child and the grounds for termination of the parent-child relationship and possession of a child by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD CUSTODY | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 2778 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the operation and administration of the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Courts--Judges | CRIMINAL RECORDS | DIVISION OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPT. OF INSURANCE | Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 2794 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lujan, John | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of a guardian ad litem in certain suits filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | GUARDIANS & WARDS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 2969 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cook, David | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting a maximum age or age differential for prospective adoptive parents.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3084 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to the procedures for adopting certain rules proposed by a state agency.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General
HB 3186 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to youth diversion strategies and procedures for children accused of certain fine-only offenses in municipal and justice courts and related criminal justice matters; authorizing fees.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 1/1/24
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Courts--General | Courts--Judges | Courts--Justice | Courts--Municipal | Courts--Personnel | Crimes--Juvenile | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Juvenile Boards & Officers | Minors--Juvenile Justice | State Finances--Management & Control | TEXAS YOUTH DIVERSION AND EARLY INTERVENTION ACT
HB 3189 88-0 (2023)
Author: Garcia, Josey | et. al.
Relating to information provided to an individual identified as a potential relative or designated caregiver of a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3198 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, Candy
Relating to criminal history record information and certain registry information accessible to certain educational and child-care entities and information required for employment in certain child-care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3204 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, Candy
Relating to the central registry of names of individuals found to have abused or neglected a child.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3238 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to a family service plan.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3329 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thimesch, Kronda | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the investigation or determination of abuse or neglect of a child, elderly person, or person with a disability and the provision of certain services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | Disabilities, Persons with | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3380 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cook, David
Relating to the Uniform Unregulated Child Custody Transfer Act; creating criminal offenses.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ADOPTION | CHILD CUSTODY | CONSERVATORSHIP | Crimes--Miscellaneous | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | UNIFORM UNREGULATED CHILD CUSTODY TRANSFER ACT
HB 3462 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, CandySponsor: Sparks, Kevin
Relating to the consolidation of ombudsman programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN | MANAGED CARE | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | OMBUDSMAN FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ACCESS TO CARE | OMBUDSMAN FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH IN FOSTER CARE | OMBUDSMAN FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AN INTELLECTUAL OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY | OMBUDSMAN FOR MANAGED CARE ASSISTANCE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Employees
HB 3584 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leo Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to certain placements for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3620 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to repealing certain offenses and removing certain regulations relating to marihuana, cannabis, cannabinoids, synthetic cannabinoids, and paraphernalia.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Crimes--Drugs | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | MARIHUANA | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3692 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services' annual report of key performance measures and data elements for child protection; authorizing a penalty.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | INTERNET
HB 3693 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the use of parental child safety placements.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3694 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to a deadline for completing services under a family service plan.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3765 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a supply of luggage by the Department of Family and Protective Services for the transport of the personal belongings of a foster child.
House: Human Services Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/23
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 3926 88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the liability of entities contracted with the Department of Family and Protective Services to provide community-based care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3933 88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the liability of entities contracted with the Department of Family and Protective Services to provide community-based care or child welfare services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Child Services
HB 4049 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and the transfer to the commission of certain powers and duties from the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Abortion | ADOPTION | CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Family--Child Protection | Family--Child Support | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 4065 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to required reporting by the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding youth in the managing conservatorship of the department who attempt suicide.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
HB 4088 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela
Relating to required training regarding trauma-informed care for certain judges.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Courts--Judges | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | Minors--Juvenile Justice | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUPREME COURT
HB 4091 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Ann | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to a request for admission to a specialty inpatient stabilization treatment program by the Department of Family and Protective Services of certain minors in the managing conservatorship of the department.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4123 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to access to and use of certain criminal history record information.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | APPRAISER LICENSING & CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS | ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE | ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER, OFFICE OF | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Courts--Appellate | Courts--Personnel | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | CRIMINAL RECORDS | DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION | FIRE MARSHAL | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GUARDIANS & WARDS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Medical Assistance | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INTERIOR DESIGNERS | JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION | LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS | MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Nursing Homes | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS & LAND SURVEYORS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL GEOSCIENTISTS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PSYCHOLOGISTS | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS | REAL ESTATE BROKERS | REAL ESTATE INSPECTORS | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUPREME COURT | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD | TEXAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION | VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | VOLUNTEERS
HB 4132 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harris, Caroline
Relating to requiring the Department of Family and Protective Services to adopt a process to allow a foster parent to donate a foster care payment to the department.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | GIFTS & DONATIONS
HB 4155 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to policies and procedures of the Department of Family and Protective Services, including regarding service plans and post-removal assessments.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 4157 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to the notification of certain persons concerning certain events related to children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 4159 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the procedures for the removal of certain children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services and monetary assistance provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services to certain relative or designated caregivers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 4161 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the procedures for providing notice to certain individuals on placement of a child in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 4163 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to an external audit of investigations conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 4168 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to prevention and early intervention services by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence
HB 4201 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to recording the status of certain home studies performed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 4233 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to training regarding runaway prevention for certain individuals who provide care for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | RUNAWAY CHILDREN | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 4236 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an interagency child protection database.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Labor--General | Minors--Health & Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 4240 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to the effectiveness of state-funded homelessness programs at helping beneficiaries advance toward self-sufficiency.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AUDITOR, STATE | AUDITS & AUDITORS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOMELESS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Housing--Homeless Persons | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4267 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the procedures for removing names from the central registry of child abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | Day Care | Electronic Information Systems | EXPUNCTION OF RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 4269 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the procedures and notice required before an individual's name is added to the central child abuse or neglect registry.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | Courts--General | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 4304 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to the contents of the annual child fatality report published by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
HB 4349 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, Candy
Relating to compensatory time off for certain state employees.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
| COMPENSATORY TIME | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Holidays | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Employees
HB 4351 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, Candy
Relating to the training program required for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Aging | Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 4366 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility for and provision of benefits under Medicaid or the child health plan program for certain individuals committed, placed, or detained in certain facilities and settings.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MEDICAID | TELEMEDICINE
HB 4436 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela
Relating to an advisory council on the needs of LGBTQ older adults.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aging | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--AIDS | HOMOSEXUALITY | LGBTQ OLDER ADULTS, ADVISORY COUNCIL ON | Nursing Homes | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4462 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frank, James B.
Relating to transferring data analysis and certain reporting functions from the Department of Family and Protective Services to the Texas Tech University System.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
HB 4488 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to preventing discrimination in foster care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| DISCRIMINATION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
HB 4533 88-0 (2023)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to emergency possession of certain abandoned children by designated emergency infant care providers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| City Government--Employees/Officers | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel
HB 4600 88-0 (2023)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the funding of child care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Child Services | State Finances--Management & Control | Taxation--General | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4696 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, CandySponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the reporting and investigation of certain allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation, the making and investigation of complaints alleging violations of certain health facility licensing requirements, and the content of the employee misconduct registry.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Aging | CHILD ABUSE | Consumer Protection | Day Care | Disabilities, Persons with | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General
HB 4791 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the rights of a foster parent.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 4855 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to certain procedures in suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 4894 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to monetary assistance provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services to certain parents.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Human Services--Child Services
HB 4904 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the emancipation of certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 4905 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the definition of child neglect and to the appointment of the Department of Family and Protective Services and a child's parent or legal guardian as joint managing conservators of the child.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 4953 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leo Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to the procedures for the removal of certain children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Postponed
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Law Enforcement
HB 4956 88-0 (2023)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to monthly reports of certain activity of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 4965 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schatzline, Nate
Relating to measures to promote and support responsible fatherhood in this state.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Support | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General
HB 4975 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to reporting procedures and training programs for law enforcement agencies regarding missing children and missing persons.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| ARREST WARRANTS | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Crimes Against | MISSING CHILDREN | MISSING PERSONS | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 5030 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frank, James B.
Relating to the definition of neglect of a child and suits affecting the parent-child relationship in which the Department of Family and Protective Services central is appointed joint managing conservator with the parent.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 5040 88-0 (2023)
Author: Garcia, Josey
Relating to requiring training in cultural competence for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 5044 88-0 (2023)
Author: Garcia, Josey
Relating to communicating the foster children's bill of rights to a child and a process for reporting violations to the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 5051 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to emancipation and extended foster care for certain older youth and young adults within the jurisdiction of court in a suit affecting the parent child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 5176 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to an annual report published by the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding child protective services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 5193 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to certain procedures in suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| CHILD ABUSE | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 24 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and the transfer to the commission of certain powers and duties from the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Abortion | ADOPTION | CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Family--Child Protection | Family--Child Support | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 30 88-0 (2023)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | CAPITAL AND FORENSIC WRITS, OFFICE OF | COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FEDERAL RELATIONS | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--ORANGE | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--PORT ARTHUR | LAMAR UNIVERSITY | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD | STATE PRESERVATION BOARD | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 50 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to foster care placement in and the licensing of certain residential child-care facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
SB 135 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to recording the status of certain home studies performed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 137 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a counseling and crisis management program for relative or other designated caregivers and children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | TELEMEDICINE
SB 181 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission's office of the ombudsman to resolve complaints against the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT--HHSC | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 182 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Toni
Relating to the required report of criminal offenses committed against individuals receiving certain state agency services; creating a criminal offense.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 304 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibited immunization status discrimination and vaccine mandates; authorizing administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Day Care | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--General | LONG-TERM CARE | Nursing Homes | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 351 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to responsibility for certain expenses incurred to temporarily house a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services in a hotel.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| County Government--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HOTELS & MOTELS
SB 387 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to procedures for ex parte hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
SB 388 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to court orders to aid an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 438 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain students who were under the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 455 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the measures to encourage eligible students to claim certain tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for students who are or have been in foster or other residential care.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 515 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to investigations of child abuse and neglect and the procedures for adding names to or removing names from the central registry of child abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CHILD ABUSE | Electronic Information Systems | EXPUNCTION OF RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | RECORDS MANAGEMENT
SB 524 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the statewide intellectual and developmental disability coordinating council.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATEWIDE INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY COORDINATING COUNCIL | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY CENTER ON DISABILITY & DEVELOPMENT | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN CENTER FOR DISABILITY STUDIES | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 576 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the reporting, investigation, and prosecution of the criminal offense of financial abuse of an elderly individual.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Aging | Disabilities, Persons with | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | LOANS
SB 593 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sparks, Kevin | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to an independent assessment of the Health and Human Services Commission's and the Department of Family and Protective Services' rules, minimum standards, and contract requirements that apply to certain residential child-care providers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 614 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James B.
Relating to certain procedures relating to children placed under a parental child safety placement.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 673 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the reporting and investigating certain causes of child abuse or neglect involving a pregnant woman's use of a controlled substance.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Drugs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 780 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Hefner, Cole | et. al.
Relating to emergency possession of certain abandoned children by designated emergency infant care providers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 908 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to monetary assistance provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services to certain relative or designated caregivers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 956 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan | et. al.Sponsor: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to repealing the coordinated strategic plan for health and human services in this state, including related conforming amendments.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General
SB 1162 88-0 (2023)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the procedures for removing names from the central registry of child abuse and neglect.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | Day Care | Electronic Information Systems | EXPUNCTION OF RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1163 88-0 (2023)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the procedures and notice required before an individual's name is added to the central child abuse or neglect registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | Courts--General | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1165 88-0 (2023)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the collection and confidentiality of information regarding weapons in agency foster homes; creating a civil penalty.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Weapons
SB 1269 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Vasut, Cody
Relating to admissibility and disclosure of certain evidence in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Postponed
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | CHILD ABUSE | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1327 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, CésarSponsor: Rose, Toni
Relating to authorizing a day-care center to employ an interim director.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1330 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the exchange of certain information between the Department of Family and Protective Services or certain foster care services contractors and a state or local juvenile justice agency.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 1379 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Lujan, John | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program to increase the financial independence of foster youth who are transitioning to independent living.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Financial--General | FOSTER CARE | Minors--General
SB 1384 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the establishment of the child first grant program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Appropriations
SB 1389 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to authorizing adoption assistance agreements for certain children after a final adoption order is rendered.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| ADOPTION | Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 1390 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to requiring the Department of Family and Protective Services to annually review the department's process to enter into adoption assistance agreements.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
SB 1401 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Ann
Relating to the rights of victims of sexual assault and to certain procedures and reimbursements occurring with respect to a sexual assault or other sex offense.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | CRIME VICTIMS | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Electronic Information Systems | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FORENSIC TESTING | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Law Enforcement | Minors--Crimes Against | SEXUAL ASSAULT
SB 1402 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the composition, continuation, and duties of the Sexual Assault Survivors' Task Force, compensation for task force members and certain other task force participants, and establishment of a mandatory training program for persons responding to reports of and treating survivors of child sexual abuse and adult sexual assault.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Crimes Against | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS | SEXUAL ASSAULT | SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVIVORS' TASK FORCE
SB 1432 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the operation and administration of the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Courts--Judges | CRIMINAL RECORDS | DIVISION OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPT. OF INSURANCE | Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | VIDEOCONFERENCING
SB 1447 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Campos, Liz
Relating to a training program for persons investigating suspected child abuse or neglect.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1472 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the central registry of names of individuals found to have abused or neglected a child.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CHILD ABUSE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1473 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to criminal history record information and certain registry information accessible to certain educational and child-care entities and information required for employment in certain child-care facilities.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1505 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to youth diversion strategies and procedures for children accused of certain fine-only offenses in municipal and justice courts and related criminal justice matters; authorizing fees.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Courts--General | Courts--Judges | Courts--Justice | Courts--Municipal | Courts--Personnel | Crimes--Juvenile | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Minors--Juvenile Justice | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1525 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, CésarSponsor: Rose, Toni
Relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in property tax appraisal records.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | Law Enforcement | Lawyers | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts
SB 1727 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, and the powers and duties of the office of inspector general of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | JUVENILE SERVICES, ADVISORY COUNCIL ON | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT -- TJJD | PEACE OFFICERS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Employees | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 1785 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the dissemination of criminal history record information by the Department of Public Safety.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | APPRAISER LICENSING & CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS | ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE | ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER, OFFICE OF | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Courts--Appellate | Courts--Personnel | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | CRIMINAL RECORDS | DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION | FIRE MARSHAL | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GUARDIANS & WARDS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INTERIOR DESIGNERS | JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION | LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS | MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Nursing Homes | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS | REAL ESTATE BROKERS | REAL ESTATE INSPECTORS | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUPREME COURT | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD | TEXAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION | VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | VOLUNTEERS
SB 1803 88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the effectiveness of state-funded homelessness programs at helping beneficiaries advance toward self-sufficiency.
House: State Affairs Senate: Local Government
Placed on General State Calendar
| AUDITOR, STATE | AUDITS & AUDITORS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOMELESS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Housing--Homeless Persons | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1849 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to an interagency reportable conduct search engine, standards for a person's removal from the employee misconduct registry and eligibility for certification as certain Texas Juvenile Justice Department officers and employees, and the use of certain information by certain state agencies to conduct background checks.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INTERAGENCY COORDINATION ON REPORTABLE CONDUCT, OFFICE OF | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Labor--General | Minors--Health & Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1853 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Hull, Lacey
Relating to certain procedures in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship for a child placed in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services and the provision of family preservation services and community-based foster care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| ADOPTION | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
SB 1864 88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.Sponsor: Leo Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to certain placements for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 1930 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to policies and procedures regarding children placed by the Department of Family and Protective Services in a residential treatment center or qualified residential treatment program.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
SB 2009 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sparks, Kevin
Relating to access to certain information in the adoption process.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 2022 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the liability of entities contracted with the Department of Family and Protective Services to provide community-based care or child welfare services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | WELFARE
SB 2079 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to peace officer reporting of suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an elderly person or a person with a disability to the adult protective services division of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Disabilities, Persons with | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | Law Enforcement | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 2109 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of a guardian ad litem in certain suits filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Placed on intent calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | GUARDIANS & WARDS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
SB 2120 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Cook, David
Relating to the establishment of a family protection representation program within the Texas Indigent Defense Commission.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| County Government--General | Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | INDIGENT DEFENSE COMMISSION, TEXAS | INDIGENT LEGAL SERVICES | Lawyers
SB 2214 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, CésarSponsor: Noble, Candy
Relating to compensatory time off for certain state employees.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/23
| COMPENSATORY TIME | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Holidays | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Employees
SB 2260 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, CésarSponsor: Rose, Toni
Relating to management review of certain investigations conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
| Aging | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General
SB 2261 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, CésarSponsor: Noble, Candy
Relating to the training program required for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Aging | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 2343 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to emergency possession of certain abandoned children by designated emergency infant care providers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| City Government--Employees/Officers | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel
SB 2423 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to required reporting by the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding youth in the managing conservatorship of the department who attempt suicide.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
SB 2429 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to reporting procedures and training programs for law enforcement agencies regarding missing children and missing persons.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| ARREST WARRANTS | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Crimes Against | MISSING CHILDREN | MISSING PERSONS | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 2443 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the training program required for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Filed
| Aging | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 2525 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to creating the Family and Protective Services Board.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES BOARD | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES COUNCIL | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Governor | MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION | SENATE, TEXAS | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2548 88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, MayesSponsor: Leo Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to the procedures for the removal of certain children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 2562 88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to the procedures for the removal of certain children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 2591 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the appointment of the Department of Family and Protective Services and a child's parent or legal guardian as joint managing conservators for the child.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 30 88-3 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the notice provided to certain persons concerning children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Filed
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 31 88-3 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to an external audit of abuse or neglect investigations conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Filed
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 35 88-3 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services' annual report of key performance measures and data elements for child protection; authorizing a penalty.
Filed
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 37 88-3 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the use of parental child safety placements.
Filed
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 47 88-3 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the procedures for providing notice to certain individuals on placement of a child in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Filed
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 50 88-3 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to a deadline for completing services under a family service plan.
Filed
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 135 87-0 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to notifying an alleged perpetrator of child abuse or neglect of certain rights in an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| CHILD ABUSE | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 147 87-0 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to the powers and duties of guardians ad litem and volunteer advocates representing children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | GUARDIANS & WARDS
HB 155 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the office of minority statistics and engagement in the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Withdrawn from schedule
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | MINORITY STATISTICS & ENGAGEMENT, OFFICE OF
HB 162 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition on prosecuting or referring to juvenile court certain persons for certain conduct constituting the offense of prostitution, to the provision of services to those persons, and to the prosecution of related criminal offenses.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| CHILD SEX TRAFFICKING VICTIMS PROTECTIONS AND PROVISIONS ACT | Crimes--Against Morals | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | Law Enforcement | Minors--General | PEACE OFFICERS | PROSTITUTION
HB 264 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to establishment of an employee grievance procedure for the Health and Human Services Commission and Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | State Employees
HB 542 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to foster care placement in and the licensing of certain residential child-care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 564 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to trauma-informed care for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services, trauma-informed care training for certain department employees, and the establishment of the Trauma-Informed Care Task Force.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE TASK FORCE
HB 565 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to required training regarding trauma-informed care for certain judges and attorneys.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Courts--Judges | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Lawyers | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUPREME COURT
HB 567 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the procedures and grounds for terminating the parent-child relationship, for taking possession of a child, and for certain hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| Courts--Civil Procedure | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 575 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services enrolling certain foster children in the Preparation for Adult Living Program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 576 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the time for rendering a final order in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
No action taken in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 607 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to a Department of Family and Protective Services plan to address the substitute care capacity needs in certain child protective services regions.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 608 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to a Department of Family and Protective Services report on youth in the managing conservatorship of the department who are pregnant or who are parents.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 682 87-0 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.
Relating to notifying an alleged perpetrator of child abuse or neglect of the person's right to request an administrative review of the department's findings after an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 700 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the Preparation for Adult Living Program and other services for foster children transitioning to independent living.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Housing--General | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 702 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to minimum education requirements for child protective services caseworkers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 722 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to payments made to certain foster parents.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 726 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to prohibited nonconsensual medical procedures and treatment on certain minors with intersex traits.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 898 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to an interagency grant program to support and sustain the operations of community recovery organizations.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1073 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to the placement and use of video recording equipment in certain child-care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | VIDEO CAMERAS | VIDEOTAPE & FILM
HB 1098 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to reports of child abuse or neglect and certain preliminary investigations of those reports.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1187 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the eligibility of a person to serve as a relative or other designated caregiver for a child.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1190 87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to a required court finding of abuse or neglect before an individual's name is added to the central child abuse or neglect registry.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | CHILD ABUSE | Courts--Civil Procedure | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1204 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to the procedures required before an individual's name is added to the central child abuse or neglect registry.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1227 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leman, Ben | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain procedures regarding court-ordered financial support for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| Courts--Civil Procedure | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Child Support
HB 1237 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to adverse disproportionalities within the child protective services system.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1275 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to a prohibition on prosecuting or referring to juvenile court certain persons for certain conduct constituting the offense of prostitution and to the provision of services to those persons.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| CHILD SEX TRAFFICKING VICTIMS PROTECTIONS AND PROVISIONS ACT | Crimes--Against Morals | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | Law Enforcement | Minors--General | PEACE OFFICERS | PROSTITUTION
HB 1315 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the duration of an appointment of a guardian ad litem or an attorney ad litem for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Lawyers
HB 1317 87-0 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy
Relating to neglect of a child and the grounds for termination of the parent-child relationship and possession of a child by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1318 87-0 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy
Relating to a petition or motion filed in a suit for termination of the parent-child relationship.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1319 87-0 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy
Relating to the time for rendering a final order in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1426 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the forensic medical examination of a victim of sexual assault who is a minor.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FORENSIC TESTING | Minors--Crimes Against | SEXUAL ASSAULT
HB 1481 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to contracts to provide appropriate residential housing to students in extended foster care who enroll at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Housing--General | Housing--Homeless Persons
HB 1482 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who are or were in foster care.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HOMELESS | Housing--Homeless Persons | Human Relations
HB 1597 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to transitional living services provided to foster youth transitioning to independent living.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 1641 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the rights of a foster parent.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 1700 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to certain procedures in suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1790 87-0 (2021)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the notice provided to certain individuals on termination of the parent-child relationship and on placement of a child in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Considered in Calendars
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | PARENTAL RIGHTS
HB 1800 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to a study to evaluate the effectiveness of community collaboratives in addressing the exploitation of elderly persons in this state.
House: Human Services
Considered in Calendars
| Aging | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
HB 1895 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to procedures in suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services and to reports of child abuse or neglect; creating a civil cause of action.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| CHILD ABUSE | Courts--Civil Procedure | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2055 87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to investigations of child abuse and neglect and the procedures for adding names to or removing names from the central registry of child abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CHILD ABUSE | Day Care | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 2123 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to requiring training in cultural competence for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 2200 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to certain procedures in suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2298 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cason, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to notifying an alleged perpetrator of child abuse or neglect of the person's rights in connection with an investigation conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2299 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cason, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to certain procedures for taking possession of a child in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2308 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | PROTECTIVE ORDERS
HB 2332 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the referral of certain pregnant women to a nurse-family partnership program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2333 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the home nursing visitation for newborn caregivers competitive grant program.
House: Public Health
Received from the House
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Women
HB 2374 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to efficiency audits of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD
HB 2454 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to mandatory family violence training for attorneys ad litem and guardians ad litem appointed in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Family Violence | Family--Parent & Child | GUARDIANS & WARDS
HB 2462 87-0 (2021)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to the reporting of a sexual assault, to evidence of a sexual assault or other sex offense, and to other law enforcement procedures occurring with respect to a sexual assault or other sex offense.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FORENSIC TESTING | Health Care Providers | Law Enforcement | SEXUAL ASSAULT
HB 2532 87-0 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to investigating and responding to complaints filed against the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
HB 2536 87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to neglect of a child and the grounds for termination of the parent-child relationship and possession of a child by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Health Care Providers | PARENTAL RIGHTS
HB 2550 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to services provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2551 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to certain placements for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 2552 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to certain Department of Family and Protective Services procedures during an investigation of child abuse or neglect.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHILD ABUSE | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2632 87-0 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to the Preparation for Adult Living Program and other services for foster children transitioning to independent living.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HOMELESS | Housing--General | Housing--Homeless Persons | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2633 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Ann | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to resources provided to human trafficking victims and the establishment of the trafficked persons grant program.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | GIFTS & DONATIONS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | INTERNET | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Finances--Management & Control | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 2634 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to standing in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2650 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to law enforcement agency policies regarding the placement of a child taken into possession by a peace officer during the arrest of a person.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2680 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.
Relating to certain procedures relating to children placed under a parental child safety placement.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2737 87-0 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to notifying an alleged perpetrator of child abuse or neglect of the person's rights in connection with an investigation conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 2926 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to the reinstatement of the parent-child relationship with respect to a person whose parental rights have been involuntarily terminated and to certain requirements in relation to the termination of the parent-child relationship or placement of a child in substitute care.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2932 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to certain procedures in suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Crimes--Drugs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2935 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services without taking possession of the child.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2963 87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the process for determining the Medicaid eligibility of certain former foster care youth.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
HB 2970 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cason, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to contacting certain relatives of a child in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2983 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.
Relating to medical examinations for certain children entering the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Received from the House
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3035 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the evaluation of family-based safety services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3041 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the provision of certain services by the Department of Family and Protective Services as an alternative to removing a child and certain procedures with respect to children in the managing conservatorship of the department.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3103 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to creating a database of individuals found by the Department of Family and Protective Services to have abused or neglected a child two or more times.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Minors--Crimes Against
HB 3127 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to contracts for family support services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 3245 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to eliminating the court appointed advocates.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | GUARDIANS & WARDS | Lawyers | VOLUNTEERS
HB 3493 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to prevention and early intervention services by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | CHILD ABUSE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3647 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to placing a child in the possessory conservatorship of the child's parents in certain situations.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3686 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to the investigation of alleged exploitation of certain elderly persons.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Aging | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General
HB 3691 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the statewide implementation of community-based foster care by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 3815 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to transitional living services provided to foster youth transitioning to independent living.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | MEDICAID | Minors--General
HB 3820 87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to health care specialty consultations in certain child abuse or neglect investigations and assessments.
House: Human Services
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Health Care Providers | PHYSICIANS
HB 3930 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the compensatory education allotment for homeless students or students in foster care under the Foundation School Program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | HOMELESS
HB 4055 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to reporting and investigating certain cases of child abuse or neglect involving a pregnant woman's use of a controlled substance.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 4094 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to certain procurements by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | Purchasing--State
HB 4134 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the provision of assistance to certain elderly persons in obtaining certain protective orders.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aging | Crimes--Against Persons--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Family Violence | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | PROTECTIVE ORDERS
HB 4160 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B.
Relating to the transfer of the Health and Human Services function of regulating facilities and family homes under Chapter 42, Human Resources Code, to the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 4244 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the appointment of a representative payee or fiduciary for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Financial--General
HB 4324 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to preventing discrimination in foster care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| DISCRIMINATION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
HB 4330 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to a report of animal cruelty to certain law enforcement agencies and immunity from liability for the report.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Animals | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Law Enforcement | VETERINARIANS
HB 4476 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to assessment and oversight of children placed by the Department of Family and Protective Services in a residential treatment center.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4477 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the financial exploitation of certain vulnerable adults.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
| Aging | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Financial--General
HB 4479 87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to employee caseload limit goals for child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services and call processing goals for certain of those services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES DIV, FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 4571 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the statewide intellectual and developmental disabilities coordinating council.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATEWIDE INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES COORDINATING COUNCIL | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY CENTER ON DISABILITY & DEVELOPMENT | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN CENTER FOR DISABILITY STUDIES | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4572 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the statewide interagency aging services coordinating council.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Aging | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATEWIDE INTERAGENCY AGING SERVICES COORDINATING COUNCIL | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 75 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the office of minority statistics and engagement in the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | MINORITY STATISTICS & ENGAGEMENT, OFFICE OF
SB 185 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: White, James
Relating to the time for entering a final order in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
House appoints conferees-reported
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 190 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the procedures and grounds for terminating the parent-child relationship, for taking possession of a child, and for certain hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Courts--Civil Procedure | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 451 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the release of a child taken into possession by a law enforcement officer.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fire Fighters & Police--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 452 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Toni
Relating to prevention and early intervention programs and practices.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 642 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the provision of mental health services for certain children at risk of relinquishment.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 647 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to notifying an alleged perpetrator of child abuse or neglect of the person's rights in connection with an investigation conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 713 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Cyrier, John
Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process.
House: State Affairs Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS | APPRAISER LICENSING & CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS | AUDITOR, STATE | CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | DIVISION OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPT. OF INSURANCE | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INJURED EMPLOYEE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE DISPOSAL COMPACT COMMISSION, TEXAS | Open Meetings | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | TELECONFERENCING | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TEXAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION | VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | VIDEOCONFERENCING
SB 910 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Frank, James B.
Relating to a study of options for implementing family preservation services, the provision of certain other health and human services by certain state agency contractors, and the repeal of a prior pilot program for family-based safety services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Family--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
SB 1059 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the process for determining the Medicaid eligibility of certain former foster care youth.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
SB 1061 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to background and criminal history checks for operators and employees of certain child-care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1079 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Noble, Candy
Relating to monthly reports of certain activity of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1084 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the Preparation for Adult Living Program and other services for foster children transitioning to independent living.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HOMELESS | Housing--General | Housing--Homeless Persons | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1153 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to background and criminal history checks for operators and employees of certain child-care facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1200 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to referrals to and consent to services under certain programs designed to serve pregnant women and families.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 1302 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to establishment of an employee grievance procedure for the Health and Human Services Commission and Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | State Employees
SB 1349 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to placing a child in the possessory conservatorship of the child's parents in certain situations.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1411 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to acquisition, dissemination, and use of criminal history record information for certain judicial purposes, including for certification, registration, and licensing, of certain court professions and for appointing, removing, or continuing the appointment of a guardian.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| Courts--General | Courts--Judges | Courts--Personnel | CRIMINAL RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | GUARDIANS & WARDS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SUPREME COURT
SB 1528 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to prevention and early intervention services by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--General
SB 1575 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to assessment and oversight of children placed by the Department of Family and Protective Services in a qualified residential treatment program and a study regarding residential treatment center placements.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUPREME COURT OF TEXAS CHILDREN'S COMMISSION
SB 1576 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the procedures and grounds for taking possession of a child and authorizing a family preservation services pilot program as an alternative to removal in suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
SB 1577 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to efficiency audits of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD
SB 1578 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Frank, James B.
Relating to the use of opinions from medical professionals in making certain determinations relating to the abuse or neglect of a child.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Health Care Providers | Minors--Health & Safety | SUPREME COURT OF TEXAS CHILDREN'S COMMISSION
SB 1603 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the procedures required before an individual's name is added to the central child abuse or neglect registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1628 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Rose, Toni
Relating to the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission's office of the ombudsman to resolve complaints against the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1648 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the provision of benefits under the Medicaid program, including to recipients with complex medical needs.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICAID
SB 1672 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to investigations of child abuse and neglect and the procedures for adding names to or removing names from the central registry of child abuse and neglect.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | CHILD ABUSE | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1896 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to the provision of health and human services by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| AUDITOR, STATE | COMMUNITY-BASED CARE TRANSITION, OFFICE OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Minors--Health & Safety | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1983 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to notifying an alleged perpetrator of child abuse or neglect of the person's right to record an investigative interview.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 2015 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to neglect of a child and the grounds for termination of the parent-child relationship and possession of a child by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Health Care Providers | PARENTAL RIGHTS
SB 2033 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to reports of child abuse or neglect and certain preliminary investigations of those reports.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 2067 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a plan to address the substitute care capacity needs in certain Department of Family and Protective Services regions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 127 87-1 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Filed
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | PROTECTIVE ORDERS
HB 262 87-1 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to medical examinations for certain children entering the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Filed
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 265 87-1 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to certain procedures relating to children placed under a parental child safety placement.
Filed
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 267 87-1 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the rights of a foster parent.
Filed
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 296 87-1 (2021)
Author: Cason, Jeff
Relating to notifying an alleged perpetrator of child abuse or neglect of the person's rights in connection with an investigation conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Filed
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 5 87-2 (2021)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to making supplemental appropriations and giving direction regarding appropriations.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
| AUDITOR, STATE | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE LIBRARY | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SECRETARY OF STATE | SENATE, TEXAS | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Budget | State Finances--Management & Control | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Taxation--School District | UNIFORM STATE LAWS, COMMISSION ON
HB 42 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to certain procedures relating to children placed under a parental child safety placement.
Filed
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 44 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to medical examinations for certain children entering the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Filed
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 118 87-2 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to foster parent recruitment.
Filed
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
SB 11 87-2 (2021)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to making supplemental appropriations and giving direction regarding appropriations.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
| AUDITOR, STATE | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE LIBRARY | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SENATE, TEXAS | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Budget | State Finances--Management & Control | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Taxation--School District | UNIFORM STATE LAWS, COMMISSION ON
HB 103 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to medical examinations for certain children entering the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Filed
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 107 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to certain procedures relating to children placed under a parental child safety placement.
Filed
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Lawyers
HB 140 87-3 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to the Texas Leading on Opportunity, Investment, and Economic Stimulus Through Aid and Relief (LONESTAR) Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021; making appropriations and giving direction regarding appropriations.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | MUSIC OFFICE, TEXAS | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Finances--Appropriations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUPREME COURT | TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE | TX. LEADING ON OPPORTUNITY, INVESTMENT, & ECONOMIC STIMULUS THROUGH AID AND RELIEF (LONESTAR) SUPP | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 18 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | COUNSELING & THERAPY | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 45 86-0 (2019)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.
Relating to creating a mentor program for foster youth.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Minors--General
HB 53 86-0 (2019)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the transitional living services program for certain youth in foster care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER, OFFICE OF | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Financial--General | FOSTER CARE | SECURITIES BOARD, STATE
HB 72 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the provision of Medicaid benefits to certain children formerly in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 99 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who were formerly in foster care.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Housing--Homeless Persons
HB 123 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to personal identification documents for foster children or youth or homeless children or youth.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HOMELESS | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | Legislature | Minors--General | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 141 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to minimum education requirements for child protective services caseworkers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 473 86-0 (2019)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services reporting certain information regarding youth in the managing conservatorship of the department who are pregnant or who are parents.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 474 86-0 (2019)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to a Department of Family and Protective Services plan to address the substitute care capacity needs in certain department regions.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 475 86-0 (2019)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to information for foster children who are pregnant or minor parents.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 507 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to a task force to coordinate and make recommendations on parent engagement and education programs provided by state agencies.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 576 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to providing financial assistance to certain persons who care for a child under a parental child safety placement; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FRAUD
HB 702 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to creating a voluntary program to recognize licensed before-school and after-school programs that promote healthy eating and physical activity.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 743 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the appointment and duties of an attorney ad litem for certain relatives in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | INDIGENT LEGAL SERVICES | Lawyers
HB 759 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the availability of personal information of a child protective services caseworker, adult protective services caseworker, or investigator.
House: Human Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Protection of Personal Information | Safety
HB 855 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the creation of a committee on licensing standards for certain facilities licensed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Governor | LICENSING STANDARDS FOR UNACCOMPANIED MINOR FACILITIES, COMMITTEE ON | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 965 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to updating references to certain former health services state agencies and certain terms used to describe persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities in the Education Code.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HARRIS COUNTY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 988 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to employee caseload limit goals for child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services and call processing goals for certain of those services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services
HB 1069 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1084 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the creation of the committee on licensing standards in the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | LICENSING STANDARDS, COMMITTEE ON | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1109 86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to waiving certain minimum standards for substitute care providers for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--General
HB 1115 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to law enforcement agency policies regarding the placement of a child taken into possession by a peace officer during a person's arrest and placement information provided to the person.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | SHERIFFS
HB 1162 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the duration of an appointment of a guardian ad litem or an attorney ad litem for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Lawyers
HB 1224 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to notice to the Department of Family and Protective Services that a foster child has been arrested.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Law Enforcement | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 1232 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the establishment and duties of the human trafficking prevention coordinating council.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION COORDINATING COUNCIL | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1318 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, JoeSponsor: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.
Relating to the provision of mental health services to persons younger than 18 years of age.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1362 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the caseloads of child protective services caseworkers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1386 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to training and development activities for persons who may interact with an individual with autism or other pervasive developmental disorder.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1536 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to trauma-informed care for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services, trauma-informed care training for certain department employees, and the establishment of the Trauma-Informed Care Task Force.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Governor | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE TASK FORCE
HB 1626 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to an emergency services coordinator for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1637 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to required training regarding trauma-informed care for certain judges and attorneys.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Courts--Judges | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Lawyers | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUPREME COURT
HB 1638 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to trauma-informed care for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services and trauma-informed care training for certain department employees.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Employees
HB 1680 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ANGELINA & NECHES RIVER AUTHORITY | CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EXPANDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES COUNCIL | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INJURED EMPLOYEE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES | INVASIVE SPECIES COORDINATING COMMITTEE, TEXAS | JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION | JUDICIAL CONDUCT, STATE COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Labor--Workers' Compensation | LOWER NECHES VALLEY AUTHORITY | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PERINATAL ADVISORY COUNCIL | PUBLIC HEALTH FUNDING & POLICY ADVISORY COMMITTEE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Retirement Systems--Police & Firefighters | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SABINE RIVER | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset--Review Procedures | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TEXAS CIVIL COMMITMENT OFFICE | TRINITY RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | UPPER GUADALUPE RIVER AUTHORITY | WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1682 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raney, John | et. al.
Relating to collection and use of child safety data for licensed day-care centers.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Day Care | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1698 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leman, Ben
Relating to the regulation of residential treatment centers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | RUNAWAY CHILDREN
HB 1702 86-0 (2019)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to services provided for students at public institutions of higher education who are or were in foster care.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 1709 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to the appointment of a surrogate parent for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1765 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to standards for certain child-care facilities that detain unaccompanied children.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aliens | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | IMMIGRATION & CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT, US
HB 1771 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to a prohibition on prosecuting or referring to juvenile court certain persons for certain conduct constituting the offense of prostitution and to the provision of services to those persons.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| Crimes--Against Morals | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | Law Enforcement | Minors--General | PEACE OFFICERS | PROSTITUTION
HB 1780 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the mandatory dismissal date of certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1846 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to age-appropriate normalcy activities for children in the managing conservatorship of the state.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1884 86-0 (2019)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the information provided to relative and other designated caregivers of children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 1907 86-0 (2019)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to training for certain individuals who provide care for or services to children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 2134 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to health care specialty consultations in certain child abuse or neglect investigations and assessments.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Health Care Providers | PHYSICIANS
HB 2177 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to license terms and fees and registration and listing fees for certain child-care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General
HB 2453 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the operation and administration of Medicaid, including the Medicaid managed care program.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER | Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES | INTERNET | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | MEDICAL RECORDS | Purchasing--State
HB 2462 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to prohibited nonconsensual genital surgery on certain minors with intersex traits.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 2490 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the system for maintaining records relating to children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General | RECORDS MANAGEMENT
HB 2592 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to establishment of an employee grievance procedure for the Health and Human Services Commission and Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | State Employees
HB 2614 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cole, Sheryl | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program to increase the financial independence of foster children who are transitioning to independent living.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Financial--General | FOSTER CARE
HB 2725 86-0 (2019)
Author: Calanni, Gina | et. al.
Relating to birth records of adopted persons; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Health--General | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
HB 2740 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to providing certain public and private school administrators with information regarding certain child abuse and neglect investigations and allegations.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHILD ABUSE | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 2764 86-0 (2019)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to minimum standards and caregiver training for substitute care providers for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 2832 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.
Relating to the referral of certain pregnant women to a nurse-family partnership program.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2866 86-0 (2019)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to certain investigation and evaluation information regarding certain child-care facilities, homes, and programs.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Day Care | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Crimes Against | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | SEXUAL ABUSE
HB 2926 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the establishment of the family first prevention services task force.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FAMILY FIRST PREVENTION SERVICES TASK FORCE | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 3331 86-0 (2019)
Author: Frank, James B.
Relating to the procedures and grounds for terminating the parent-child relationship, for taking possession of a child, and for certain hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3370 86-0 (2019)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the investigation of a complaint made by a foster child or youth and the results of the investigation.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3375 86-0 (2019)
Author: Calanni, Gina | et. al.
Relating to an annual medical examination for foster children.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Minors--Crimes Against | PHYSICIANS
HB 3379 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the Preparation for Adult Living Program and other services for foster children transitioning to independent living.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Tuition | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HOMELESS | MEDICAID | Minors--Health & Safety | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
HB 3381 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the placement and use of video recording equipment in vehicles used by certain child-care facilities.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | Vehicles & Traffic--General | VIDEO CAMERAS
HB 3389 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to creating a position of nonprofit agency services coordinator for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3390 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to caregivers for certain children, including the identification of caregivers for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services and an exception from licensing requirements for certain caretakers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | VOLUNTEERS
HB 3392 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services enrolling certain foster children in the Preparation for Adult Living Program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Housing--General | Labor--Workforce Development | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3393 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the eligibility of foster children to receive college credit for completing the Preparation for Adult Living Program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Education--Higher--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3428 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to training on Alzheimer's disease and dementia for certain Department of Family and Protective Services employees and area agencies on aging employees and volunteers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES DIV, FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES | Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--General | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3566 86-0 (2019)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the forensic examination of a victim of an alleged strangulation assault or sexual assault.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | CRIME VICTIMS | Crime Victims Compensation | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FORENSIC TESTING | Health Care Providers | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SEXUAL ASSAULT
HB 3572 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to referrals by the Department of Family and Protective Services to probate courts concerning allegedly incapacitated persons.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | INCAPACITATED PERSONS | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
HB 3613 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the office of minority statistics and engagement in the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3614 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to caseworker visitation standards for certain child protective services caseworkers.
House: Human Services
Received from the House
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 3691 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the eligibility of a person to serve as a relative or other designated caregiver for a child.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3699 86-0 (2019)
Author: Turner, John | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission to obtain criminal history record information.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3740 86-0 (2019)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to the licensing of and requirements for certain child-care facilities that detain certain children.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aliens | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | IMMIGRATION & CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT, US
HB 3774 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to investigations of abuse or exploitation of an elderly person or person with a disability.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aging | Disabilities, Persons with | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General
HB 3830 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl | et. al.
Relating to a study on the adequacy of resources provided to foster parents by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 3950 86-0 (2019)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Joint Committee on Child Welfare.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Senate Amendments Analysis distributed
| CHILD WELFARE TASK FORCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | JOINT COMMITTEE ON CHILD WELFARE | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 4090 86-0 (2019)
Author: Noble, CandySponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the licensing of certain school-age programs that provide child-care services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services
HB 4138 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the process for determining the Medicaid eligibility of certain former foster care youth.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
HB 4141 86-0 (2019)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the licensing of certain child-care facilities that detain certain children.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | IMMIGRATION & CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT, US
HB 4188 86-0 (2019)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to the authority of the Department of Family and Protective Services to conduct certain interviews of a child who is the subject of a report of abuse or neglect.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 4263 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to developing a strategic plan to ensure the provision of prevention and early intervention services complies with federal law.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4354 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Relating to prevention and early intervention programs and practices.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Military & Veterans | Minors--Health & Safety | Property Interests--Trusts
SB 72 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the establishment and duties of the human trafficking prevention coordinating council.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION COORDINATING COUNCIL | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 100 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the appointment of foster parents and other qualified persons to serve as educational decision-makers for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
SB 115 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the requirements for the issuance of identification documentation for foster care youth.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 195 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to collecting and reporting by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the Health and Human Services Commission of certain information relating to certain alcohol and controlled substance use and treatment.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 1/1/20
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | STATE AGENCIES' RULES
SB 241 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to certain required reports received or prepared by state agencies and other governmental entities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | COLONIAS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY--SAN MARCOS | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 255 86-0 (2019)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to minimum education requirements for child protective services caseworkers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 331 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who were formerly in foster care.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Housing--Homeless Persons
SB 333 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the appointment of an attorney ad litem for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Lawyers
SB 334 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to law enforcement agency policies regarding the placement of a child taken into possession by a peace officer during the arrest of a person.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 355 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to developing a strategic plan regarding implementation of prevention and early intervention services and community-based care and conducting a study regarding the resources provided to foster parents.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 470 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Noble, Candy
Relating to certain duties of county child welfare boards and of the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding county child welfare boards.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| County Government--Employees/Officers | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
SB 480 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the Preparation for Adult Living Program and other services for foster children transitioning to independent living.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Tuition | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HOMELESS | MEDICAID | Minors--Health & Safety | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
SB 487 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the office of minority statistics and engagement in the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 619 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS | ANGELINA & NECHES RIVER AUTHORITY | BANDERA COUNTY RIVER AUTHORITY & GROUNDWATER DISTRICT | BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY | CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS BOARD OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DIVISION OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPT. OF INSURANCE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EXPANDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES COUNCIL | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | GUADALUPE-BLANCO RIVER AUTHORITY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INJURED EMPLOYEE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES | INVASIVE SPECIES COORDINATING COMMITTEE, TEXAS | JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION | JUDICIAL CONDUCT, STATE COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Labor--Workers' Compensation | LAVACA-NAVIDAD RIVER AUTHORITY | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | LOWER NECHES VALLEY AUTHORITY | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | NUECES RIVER AUTHORITY | PERINATAL ADVISORY COUNCIL | PUBLIC HEALTH FUNDING & POLICY ADVISORY COMMITTEE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | RED RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Retirement Systems--Police & Firefighters | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SULPHUR RIVER BASIN AUTHORITY | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset--Review Procedures | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TEXAS CIVIL COMMITMENT OFFICE | TRINITY RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | UPPER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | UPPER GUADALUPE RIVER AUTHORITY | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 705 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to certain investigation and evaluation information regarding certain child-care facilities, homes, and programs.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Day Care | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Crimes Against | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | SEXUAL ABUSE
SB 707 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the placement and use of video recording equipment in certain child-care facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | VIDEO CAMERAS | VIDEOTAPE & FILM
SB 781 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Leman, Ben
Relating to the regulation of child-care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | RUNAWAY CHILDREN
SB 821 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to children's advocacy centers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| CHILD ABUSE | Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Crimes Against | VIDEOTAPE & FILM
SB 867 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the regulation of certain child-care facilities and homes.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 896 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to updating references to certain former health services state agencies and certain terms used to describe persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities in the Education Code.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 913 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 951 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the establishment of the family first prevention services task force.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FAMILY FIRST PREVENTION SERVICES TASK FORCE | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
SB 967 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the licensing of and requirements for certain child-care facilities that detain certain children.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Aliens | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | IMMIGRATION & CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT, US
SB 1101 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Turner, John
Relating to the consolidation of ombudsman programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1130 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a task force on father engagement in this state.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Governor | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | TASK FORCE ON FATHER ENGAGEMENT
SB 1175 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the abuse of a child, termination of the parent-child relationship, and possession of a child by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Drugs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | MARIHUANA | Minors--Crimes Against
SB 1231 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to providing certain public and private school administrators with information regarding certain child abuse and neglect investigations and allegations.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/19
| CHILD ABUSE | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1279 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Phelan, Dade
Relating to prevention and early intervention programs and practices.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 1288 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services reporting certain information regarding youth in the managing conservatorship of the department who are pregnant or who are parents.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 1289 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to a Department of Family and Protective Services plan to address the substitute care capacity needs in certain department regions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
SB 1290 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to information for foster children who are pregnant or minor parents.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 1291 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to training for certain individuals who provide care for or services to children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUPREME COURT
SB 1333 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to duties of the Department of Family and Protective Services to provide training regarding trauma-informed programs and services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1346 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the system for maintaining records relating to children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1347 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the investigation of a complaint made by a foster child or youth and the results of the investigation.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1357 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to services provided for students at public institutions of higher education who were formerly in foster care.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
SB 1383 86-0 (2019)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to prohibited nonconsensual genital surgery on certain minors with intersex traits.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
SB 1388 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to an employee database for child-care facilities and registered family homes.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | INTERNET | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1493 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the provision of Medicaid benefits to certain children adopted from the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
SB 1494 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.Sponsor: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the confidentiality of personal information of certain employees and contractors of the Department of Family and Protective Services and of certain elected officials.
House: Human Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Protection of Personal Information | State Employees
SB 1535 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Frank, James B.
Relating to a complaint made by a foster child or youth.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1543 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Frank, James B.
Relating to notice requirements regarding the right to record certain interviews conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1544 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to administrative review of investigations of reports of child abuse or neglect.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1547 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a body worn camera pilot program for certain Department of Family and Protective Services employees investigating a report of child abuse or neglect; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | BEXAR COUNTY | CHILD ABUSE | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | VIDEO CAMERAS
SB 1660 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to age-appropriate normalcy activities for children in the managing conservatorship of the state.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 1759 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to an individualized education program and transition planning for a public school student enrolled in a special education program.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Labor--Wages | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1911 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the information included in a foster child's health passport.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1948 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to caseworker visitation standards for certain child protective services caseworkers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
SB 2091 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the procedures and grounds for terminating the parent-child relationship, for taking possession of a child, and for certain hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report printed and distributed
| CHILD ABUSE | CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 2110 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the process for determining the Medicaid eligibility of certain former foster care youth.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID
SB 2164 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the licensing of certain school-age programs that provide child-care services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Child Services
SB 2200 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Turner, John | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission to obtain criminal history record information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Human Services--General | JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 2398 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to establishment of the higher education pilot program for foster youth and former foster youth.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Minors--General
SB 2399 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the appointment of a surrogate parent for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2419 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to trauma-informed care for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services, trauma-informed care training for certain department employees, and the establishment of the Trauma-Informed Care Task Force.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Governor | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE TASK FORCE
SB 2542 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to an audio recording device pilot program for certain Department of Family and Protective Services employees investigating a report of child abuse or neglect; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | BEXAR COUNTY | CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Open Records | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Employees
HB 4 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the relative or other designated caregiver placement program and to monetary assistance provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services to certain relative or designated caregivers; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FRAUD | Human Services--Child Services
HB 5 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frank, James | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Department of Family and Protective Services and the transfer of certain powers and duties from the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES COUNCIL | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 6 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frank, James | et. al.
Relating to the administration of services provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services, including foster care, child protective services, and prevention and early intervention services.
House: Human Services
Postponed
| ADOPTION | CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 7 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to child protective services suits, motions, and services by the Department of Family and Protective Services and to the licensing of certain facilities, homes, and agencies that provide child-care services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| Courts--Civil Procedure | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | SUPREME COURT
HB 11 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 39 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the provision of child protective services and other health and human services by certain state agencies; authorizing a fee.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Labor--Workforce Development | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
HB 168 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to creating a voluntary program to recognize licensed before-school and after-school programs that promote healthy eating and physical activity.
House: Public Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 205 85-0 (2017)
Author: Keough, Mark | et. al.
Relating to procedures for ordering the required participation in services in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHILD ABUSE | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Lawyers
HB 249 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to investigations of child abuse, neglect, or exploitation and to child protective services functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 289 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.
Relating to protective orders for certain children who are victims of abuse or neglect.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Family--Parent & Child | PROTECTIVE ORDERS
HB 482 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to employee caseload limit goals for child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services and call processing goals for certain of those services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General
HB 511 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to removing the deadline for the Department of Family and Protective Services to enter into permanency care assistance agreements.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 547 85-0 (2017)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
Relating to birth records of adopted persons; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Health--General | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
HB 576 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to medical examinations for certain children taken into possession by the Department of Family and Protective Services or another governmental entity.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 596 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to the duration of an appointment of a guardian ad litem or an attorney ad litem for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | GUARDIANS & WARDS
HB 610 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to procedures for presenting certain evidence at placement review hearings in suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 612 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to voluntary and informed consent to an abortion and prevention of coerced abortions; providing penalties; creating an offense.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Abortion | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | INFORMED CONSENT | Law Enforcement | PHYSICIANS | SIGNS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 634 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to minimum education requirements for child protective services caseworkers.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 689 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the determination of intellectual disability for children in foster care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 690 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to a best practices guide for persons involved in child protective services cases.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
HB 691 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to a court's temporary extended jurisdiction over certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Human Services--Child Services
HB 692 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to monetary assistance for a relative or other designated caregiver of children in foster care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 693 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to medical and psychological assessments and services for children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 695 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the establishment of a caseload management system for child protective services caseworkers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 696 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to information included in reports on caseloads for child protective services caseworkers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 697 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the inadmissibility of certain information in court as evidence of abuse or neglect of a child.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Withdrawn from schedule
| CHILD ABUSE | CONSERVATORSHIP | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 698 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to notice given to certain persons before a change of placement for a child in foster care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 701 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to certain service plans for children in the care of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 702 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to a system for assessing the potential risk of harm to children in child protective services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
HB 703 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the availability of personal information of a child protective services caseworker or investigator.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Protection of Personal Information | Safety
HB 704 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the required submission by certain general residential operations of information requested by courts.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 705 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the appointment of an attorney general liaison for each regional office of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 706 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to monetary assistance for a relative or other designated caregiver of children in foster care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 707 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to certain service plans for children in the care of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 708 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the provision of certain evidence on request to certain parties in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 709 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to a study conducted by Texas A&M University on services for children and families available in rural counties for children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Rural | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RURAL | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
HB 740 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the issuance and renewal of licenses and registrations for certain child-care facilities and the amount of the fees for those licenses.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 750 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to a court's jurisdiction in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship over certain young people seeking special immigrant juvenile status and to child protective services caseworkers assigned to those young people.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| Aliens | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | IMMIGRATION LAW | Minors--General
HB 775 85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the drug testing of certain persons seeking benefits under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Direct Assistance | MARIHUANA | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES
HB 785 85-0 (2017)
Author: Raney, John | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the provision of embryo donation information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | Health--General | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 834 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to regulating the custody transfer of an adopted child; creating a criminal offense.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| ADOPTION | CHILD CUSTODY | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 871 85-0 (2017)
Author: Roberts, Kevin | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to child and family support services for families in crisis, including authorization agreements.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 914 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the administration of services provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services, including foster care, child protective, and prevention and early intervention services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | Education--Higher--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 916 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to requiring financial institutions to report the suspected financial abuse of elderly persons; providing a civil and criminal penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
| Aging | Business & Commerce--General | CREDIT UNION COMMISSION | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS | Financial--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 928 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to assisting certain children who are in foster care in the process of applying to institutions of higher education.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| ADOPTION | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Tuition | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 932 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the collection of information concerning the number of juvenile offenders committed to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department who have been in foster care.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 951 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin
Relating to the office of independent ombudsman for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | INDEPENDENT OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF--DFPS
HB 959 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to the financial abuse of elderly persons, including requiring financial institutions to report suspected financial abuse of elderly persons; providing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
| Aging | BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Business & Commerce--General | CREDIT UNION COMMISSION | Crimes--Miscellaneous | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS | Financial--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | SAVINGS & MORTGAGE LENDING, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1159 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to notice given to certain medical providers of a change in placement for a child in foster care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | MANAGED CARE
HB 1160 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, SarahSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to a court order for health care for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1444 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the court's review of the placement of a child in certain court orders relating to a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1446 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the placement of a child in the possession of the Department of Family and Protective Services with a nonoffending parent or absentee parent of the child.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1478 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to emergency placements of children by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 1521 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the exchange of certain information between the Department of Family and Protective Services or certain foster care services contractors and a state or local juvenile justice agency.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 1522 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to a task force to coordinate and make recommendations on parent engagement and education programs provided by state agencies.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1542 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the definition of the least restrictive environment for the placement of children in foster care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 1549 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the provision of services by the Department of Family and Protective Services, including child protective services and prevention and early intervention services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| AUTOPSIES | CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PREVENTION ADVISORY BOARD | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1556 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to the appointment of foster parents and other qualified persons to serve as educational decision-makers for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Public Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 1608 85-0 (2017)
Author: Minjarez, InaSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to creating a pilot program to provide summer internships for foster youth.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--General
HB 1620 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to a voluntary temporary caregiver program providing temporary care for children removed from their homes.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | VOLUNTEERS
HB 1640 85-0 (2017)
Author: Vo, Hubert | et. al.
Relating to ensuring continuity of education for homeless children and foster care youth and access to higher education, career information, and skills certification for foster care youth and former foster care youth.
House: Human Services Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CAREER COUNSELING SERVICES | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Labor--Workforce Development | Minors--General
HB 1671 85-0 (2017)
Author: Giddings, Helen
Relating to child support funds recovered by the Title IV-D agency on behalf of a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Child Support | FOSTER CARE
HB 1809 85-0 (2017)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to annual testing of certain child-care facility employees for tuberculosis.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Health & Safety | Minors--Health & Safety | TUBERCULOSIS
HB 1901 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to creating a position of nonprofit agency services coordinator for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1968 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to procedures for certain hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Placed on General State Calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1970 85-0 (2017)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to obtaining information from the child abuse and neglect central registry regarding certain individuals who have or will have direct contact with public school students.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| CHILD ABUSE | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 2045 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to license renewal for certain child-care facilities and registered family homes.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General
HB 2124 85-0 (2017)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the procedures for identifying and notifying relevant federal agencies about certain child abuse and neglect investigations.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Military & Veterans
HB 2129 85-0 (2017)
Author: Roberts, Kevin
Relating to requiring the Department of Family and Protective Services to notify certain organizations regarding the adoption of certain children.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Religion
HB 2205 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to a report of child abuse or neglect made by an employee of a school district or an open-enrollment charter school.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CHILD ABUSE | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2206 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the full investigation of certain reports of child abuse and neglect made to the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 2225 85-0 (2017)
Author: Raney, John | et. al.
Relating to the licensing of family residential centers by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the detention of certain juveniles.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Aliens | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | IMMIGRATION LAW | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2330 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to information and services for foster children who are pregnant or minor parents.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 2331 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program to increase the financial independence of foster children who are transitioning to independent living.
House: Human Services
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Financial--General | FOSTER CARE
HB 2335 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to requiring evidence-based trauma training for certain attorneys, court-appointed volunteer advocates, child-care workers, and child protective services employees.
House: Human Services
Postponed
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Lawyers | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 2361 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frank, James
Relating to a study regarding the appointment and use of attorneys ad litem in cases involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Lawyers | PERMANENT JUDICIAL COMMISSION FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILIES
HB 2401 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to supplemental pay for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Salaries & Expenses | State Employees
HB 2489 85-0 (2017)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to grants from the Department of Family and Protective Services to faith-based and charitable organizations that provide services to children and families.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Religion
HB 2601 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the required submission by certain general residential operations of information requested by courts.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2602 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the appointment of an attorney general liaison for each regional office of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 2717 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to overtime pay for child protective services employees in the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| COMPENSATORY TIME | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | State Employees
HB 2718 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to examination requirements for child protective services caseworkers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Employees
HB 2848 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to consultations with contracted physician networks and physician systems during certain investigations of child abuse and neglect.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
HB 2849 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the procedures for removing certain persons' names from the child abuse and neglect central registry.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2866 85-0 (2017)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to mental health assessments and the provision of mental health services for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2904 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the memorandum of understanding among certain agencies to coordinate services provided to persons needing multiagency services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3091 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to evaluating and improving the provision of prevention and early intervention services by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3092 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to prevention and early intervention services provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3093 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the provision of family preservation services by the Department of Family and Protective Services to certain high-risk families.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3094 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the creation of the Prevention Advisory Board in the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | PREVENTION ADVISORY BOARD
HB 3095 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the requirements of the Department of Family and Protective Services strategic plan for prevention and early intervention services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3096 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the recruitment and evaluation of foster care providers and the placement of children with foster care providers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 3097 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the procedures following a child fatality or near fatality and the relating investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| AUTOPSIES | CHILD ABUSE | County Government--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | JUSTICE OF THE PEACE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3098 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to secondary trauma support, case assignment, and caseload management for child protective services caseworkers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3108 85-0 (2017)
Author: Giddings, Helen
Relating to procedures for taking possession of a child and for certain hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3109 85-0 (2017)
Author: Giddings, Helen
Relating to the appointment of a guardian ad litem or an attorney ad litem for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | GUARDIANS & WARDS | Lawyers
HB 3224 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to requiring dealers and investment advisers to report suspected financial abuse of elderly persons; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
| ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES DIV, FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES | Aging | Business & Commerce--General | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | SECURITIES BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3297 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| Courts--Civil Procedure | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3316 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frank, James
Relating to certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| Courts--Civil Procedure | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3338 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the issuance of identification documentation for foster care youth.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | Minors--General | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 3520 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to state fiscal matters related to health and human services and state agencies administering health and human services programs.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| CHILD ABUSE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 3552 85-0 (2017)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to the foster care payment rate for certain foster parents and the reimbursement of certain expenses for the foster parent; creating a criminal offense.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3553 85-0 (2017)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to prohibited requests for or disclosures of information regarding certain child-care facility license holders' ownership, possession, use, or storage of a firearm or other weapon; creating a criminal offense.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Political Subdivisions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Weapons
HB 3555 85-0 (2017)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to an innovation grant program for community faith-based programs that collaborate with the Department of Family and Protective Services to improve foster care.
House: Human Services
Transferred to Calendars Committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Governor | Religion
HB 3558 85-0 (2017)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to an innovation grant program for community faith-based programs that collaborate with the Department of Family and Protective Services to improve foster care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Religion
HB 3559 85-0 (2017)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to reimbursement of foster parents and certain former foster children for expenses related to obtaining or renewing a driver's license and obtaining insurance.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Driver Education & Training | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 3561 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to assistance for foster children, homeless children or youth, and unaccompanied youth.
House: Human Services
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HOMELESS | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | Minors--General | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 3562 85-0 (2017)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to authorizing the foster parent of a foster child to take certain actions to protect the child from violence and kidnapping.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHANGED & ASSUMED NAMES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | FOSTER CARE | KIDNAPPING
HB 3594 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to procedures related to juvenile justice proceedings; increasing the punishment for certain delinquent conduct.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Posting rule suspended
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Crimes--Juvenile | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 3750 85-0 (2017)
Author: Giddings, Helen
Relating to a pilot program to recruit young adults as foster parents.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--General
HB 3788 85-0 (2017)
Author: Koop, Linda | et. al.
Relating to child-to-caregiver ratios and group sizes in licensed day-care centers and reporting certain information related to child safety.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3850 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to state fiscal matters; authorizing a fee.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | CHILD ABUSE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Food Programs | Human Services--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Retirement Systems--Teachers | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous | Water--Navigation & Ports
HB 3921 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to the financial exploitation of certain vulnerable adults.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
| Aging | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Financial--General
HB 3936 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frank, James
Relating to monetary assistance by the Department of Family and Protective Services provided to foster parents and relative or designated caregivers for day-care services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Direct Assistance
HB 3972 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the financial exploitation of certain elderly persons.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
| Aging | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Financial--General | SECURITIES BOARD, STATE
HB 4013 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frullo, John
Relating to the release of a child taken into possession by a law enforcement officer.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4093 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the licensing of certain facilities, homes, and agencies that provide child-care services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Family Violence | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 4094 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, StephanieSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the access of criminal history record information by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| Criminal Procedure--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 4096 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to improving the care of, and increasing opportunities for, children and adolescents with physical and developmental disabilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4100 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to certain procedures regarding addition or removal of names from the central registry of individuals found to have abused or neglected a child.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 4168 85-0 (2017)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to requirements for the court in permanency hearings for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services who are receiving transitional living services.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | NATIVE AMERICANS
HB 4228 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to a memorandum of understanding between certain state agencies related to training of employees and contractors who provide certain services to children and families.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 11 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James | et. al.
Relating to the provision of child protective services and other health and human services by certain state agencies or under contract with a state agency, including foster care, child protective, relative and kinship caregiver support, prevention and early intervention health care, and adoption services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| CHILD ABUSE | Education--Higher--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Legislature | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 190 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Wu, Gene
Relating to the administrative closure of certain reported cases of child abuse or neglect made to the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 203 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Sarah
Relating to removing the deadline for the Department of Family and Protective Services to enter into permanency care assistance agreements.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 204 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | STUDENT LOANS
SB 213 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Rodriguez, Justin
Relating to the office of ombudsman for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | INDEPENDENT OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF--DFPS
SB 268 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the drug testing of certain persons seeking benefits under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Direct Assistance | MARIHUANA | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES
SB 329 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to birth records of adopted persons.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Health--General | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 429 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to minimum education requirements for child protective services caseworkers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 469 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the duration of an appointment of a guardian ad litem or an attorney ad litem for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | GUARDIANS & WARDS | Lawyers
SB 482 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the creation of a program to assist foster care youth and former foster care youth in accessing higher education, career information, and skills certifications.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CAREER COUNSELING SERVICES | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Labor--Workforce Development | Minors--General
SB 497 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Wu, Gene
Relating to the creation of an office of data analytics in the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Labor--Workforce Development | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 653 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, VanSponsor: Davis, Sarah
Relating to the eligibility of certain employees or annuitants convicted of certain felony offenses.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Electronic Information Systems | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Crimes Against | Retirement Systems--State Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
SB 670 85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of the commissioners of the health and human services agencies by the governor.
House: State Affairs Senate: Nominations
Vetoed by the Governor
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 687 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Toni
Relating to the collection and use of certain information relating to child abuse and neglect and the provision of prevention and early intervention services; creating an offense.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
1 hr. notice-for reconsideration
| CHILD ABUSE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 698 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to certain duties of the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding parental child safety placements.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Human Services--Child Services
SB 738 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the transfer of certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 739 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the postponement of certain hearings in suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 757 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to creating a voluntary program to recognize licensed before-school and after-school programs that promote healthy eating and physical activity.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 780 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to monetary assistance provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services to certain relatives and designated caregivers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
SB 791 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the financial abuse of elderly persons, including requiring financial institutions to report suspected financial abuse of elderly persons; providing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Aging | BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Business & Commerce--General | CREDIT UNION COMMISSION | Crimes--Miscellaneous | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS | Financial--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | SAVINGS & MORTGAGE LENDING, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 792 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to requiring financial institutions to report the suspected financial abuse of elderly persons; providing a civil and criminal penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Aging | Business & Commerce--General | CREDIT UNION COMMISSION | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS | Financial--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
SB 874 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the mandatory dismissal of certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Courts--Civil Procedure | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 879 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to a review of a person's disqualification to serve as a relative or other designated caregiver for a child.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 889 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to collecting and reporting certain information by the Department of Family and Protective Services relating to certain alcohol and controlled substance use.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 907 85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the definition of the least restrictive environment for the placement of children in foster care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
SB 948 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to certain information provided to prospective adoptive parents by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | Family--Parent & Child
SB 999 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Giddings, Helen
Relating to procedures for taking possession of a child and for certain hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| Courts--Civil Procedure | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 1018 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the licensing of family residential centers by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the detention of certain juveniles.
House: State Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Referred to State Affairs
| Aliens | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | IMMIGRATION LAW | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 1021 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to reports on the consolidation and certain functions of the health and human services system, including advisory committees within the system, and the re-creation of the Texas system of care framework.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1128 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to access to the central child abuse and neglect registry by certain child-care facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1182 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain civil consequences of conduct causing the birth of a child born addicted to a controlled substance; creating an offense.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Criminal Procedure--General | DEFERRED ADJUDICATION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 1206 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to access to certain health records and information regarding a child placed for adoption.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ADOPTION | Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 1208 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the licensing of certain facilities, homes, and agencies that provide child-care services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Family Violence | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1220 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Vo, Hubert
Relating to ensuring continuity of education and access to higher education, career information, and skills certification for foster care youth and former foster care youth.
House: Human Services Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CAREER COUNSELING SERVICES | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--General
SB 1266 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to making supplemental appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Budget | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE
SB 1342 85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to prohibited nonconsensual genital surgery on certain minors with intersex traits.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 1415 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the child protective service functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report printed and distributed
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | SUPREME COURT
SB 1536 85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the ability of a child-placing agency to decline to provide services or accept a referral from the Department of Family and Protective Services on the basis of sincerely held religious beliefs.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Religion
SB 1571 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Frullo, John
Relating to the release of a child taken into possession by a law enforcement officer.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1669 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a task force to coordinate and make recommendations on parent engagement and education programs provided by state agencies.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1706 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to forcing or coercing a child to enter into a marriage.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Family--Marriage Relationship | Family--Parent & Child | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1755 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a graduation progress committee for certain public school students in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 1758 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Turner, Chris
Relating to requirements for the court in permanency hearings for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services who are receiving transitional living services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Housing--General | NATIVE AMERICANS
SB 1798 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the collection and reporting of child safety data in certain child-care facilities and establishing child safety standards in those facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1806 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Miller, Rick
Relating to requiring the use of multidisciplinary teams appointed by children's advocacy centers in certain child abuse investigations.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
SB 1857 85-0 (2017)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to the exchange of certain information between the Department of Family and Protective Services or certain foster care services contractors and a state or local juvenile justice agency.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 1881 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of foster parents and other qualified persons to serve as educational decision-makers for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
SB 1960 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to firearm safety awareness; decreasing the application and license fee for a license to carry a handgun.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | FIREARM AWARENESS AND SAFETY TASK FORCE | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Safety | Weapons
SB 2067 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the financial exploitation of certain vulnerable adults.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
| Aging | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Financial--General
SB 2077 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the provision of protective services and the conduct of certain investigations through the adult protective services program of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Aging | Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2107 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the requirements for the issuance of identification documentation for foster care youth.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Minors--General | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
SB 2114 85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to certain duties of a parent or guardian regarding information in reports prepared by the Department of Family and Protective Services in adoption cases.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
SB 2164 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to staff-to-child ratios and group sizes in licensed day-care centers and reporting certain information related to child safety.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 307 85-1 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the drug testing of certain persons seeking benefits under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Direct Assistance | MARIHUANA | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES
HB 4 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to prekindergarten, including a high quality prekindergarten grant program provided by public school districts.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN
HB 10 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to certain criminal and civil consequences of trafficking of persons, compelling prostitution, and certain other related criminal offenses; to the prevention, prosecution, and punishment of those offenses, and to compensation paid to victims of those offenses.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ATTORNEY GENERAL | CRIME VICTIMS | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Crimes Against | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PROSTITUTION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUPREME COURT
HB 19 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to a preventive services program and mental health programs for veterans and military families.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 231 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to extending the court's jurisdiction in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship over certain young people for purposes of obtaining special immigrant juvenile status and Department of Family and Protective Services policies for handling cases involving those young people.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| Aliens | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | IMMIGRATION LAW | Minors--General
HB 418 84-0 (2015)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to child victims of trafficking who are placed in secure foster homes.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 550 84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies, and the licensing of certain health professionals; clarifying certain statutory provisions; authorizing the imposition of fees.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Aging | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | BORDER HEALTH, OFFICE OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HEALTH COORDINATION & CONSUMER SERVICES, OFFICE OF | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--General | Hospitals | Human Services--Food Programs | Human Services--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MEDICAID | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Sunset--Commission Bills | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 600 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to child protective services and employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STUDENT LOANS
HB 617 84-0 (2015)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the establishment of the office of early learning within the Texas Education Agency.
Filed
| ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | TEXAS EARLY LEARNING COUNCIL | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 656 84-0 (2015)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the payment of foster care costs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 781 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to caregiver screening and training by substitute care providers for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 788 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the regulation of certain child-care facilities; increasing a fee.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Day Care | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Child Services
HB 843 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to housing services provided through the transitional living services program to certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Housing--General
HB 851 84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to children's advocacy centers.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Lawyers | Minors--Crimes Against | VIDEOTAPE & FILM
HB 881 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to outsourcing a service performed by a health and human services agency to a private commercial contractor.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AUDITOR, STATE | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | OUTSOURCING | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE COUNCIL ON COMPETITIVE GOVERNMENT | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 984 84-0 (2015)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to birth records of adopted persons; authorizing a fee.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Co-sponsor authorized
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Health--General | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
HB 993 84-0 (2015)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to employee caseload standards for child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services and call processing standards for certain of those services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General
HB 1142 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the establishment of a workgroup to examine the implementation of dating violence awareness and education programs in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Crimes--Against Persons--General | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Family Violence | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety | SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS
HB 1143 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to information and services for foster children who are pregnant or minor parents.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 1144 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dukes, DawnnaSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to establishing a task force to examine the adjudication, disposition, and registration of juvenile sex offenders.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Crimes--Juvenile | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Governor | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice | SEX OFFENDER TREATMENT, COUNCIL ON | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 1180 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to certain information included on a searchable database on the Department of Family and Protective Services' Internet website.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| Day Care | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1217 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to certain reporting requirements of the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding child protection, including reporting information for certain foster children who are missing or are victims of sex trafficking.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Juvenile Justice | MISSING CHILDREN
HB 1268 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frank, James | et. al.
Relating to monetary assistance by the Department of Family and Protective Services provided to foster parents and relative or designated caregivers for day-care services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE
HB 1309 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, SylvesterSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the notification of certain persons concerning certain events related to a child in foster care or in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Legislature
HB 1371 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to the creation of an independent ombudsman for children and youth in foster care.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1395 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the protection of certain children through the operation of the child safety check alert list.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1449 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to child custody evaluations and adoption evaluations conducted and testimony provided in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship; providing penalties; creating an offense; authorizing fees.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| ADOPTION | CHILD CUSTODY | EXAMINERS OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | SOCIAL WORKER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF
HB 1573 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to the dissemination of confidential information contained in the juvenile justice information system.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 1781 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to access by a sibling of a child separated from the sibling due to an action by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1852 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to certain assessments for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2039 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to the exclusion of certain information from the Department of Family and Protective Services central registry of child abuse or neglect cases and the report of certain information regarding those cases to the legislature.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2053 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farney, Marsha | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the protection of certain children who may be subject to child abuse or neglect through the operation of the child safety check alert list and training for law enforcement officers relating to the child safety check alert list.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Law Enforcement | Minors--Crimes Against | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2070 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to certain requirements for certain facilities licensed by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the department's enforcement authority.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Human Services--General | HUMAN TRAFFICKING
HB 2140 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the creation by the Department of Family and Protective Services of positions and organizations to facilitate the provision of services to foster youth.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 2233 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the establishment of a parent education pilot program by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Placed on General State Calendar
| County Government--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Human Services--General
HB 2421 84-0 (2015)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to a study and report on early childhood education.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2433 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services and procedures applicable to suits affecting the parent-child relationship, investigations of child abuse and neglect, and conservatorship of a child; affecting fee amounts and authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| CHILD ABUSE | CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 2578 84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the efficiency of and consolidation of powers and duties within the health and human services system.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Senate appoints conferees-reported
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AUDITS & AUDITORS | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | OFFICE FOR THE PREVENTION OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
HB 2615 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the office of independent ombudsman for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Governor
HB 2616 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to procedures related to juvenile justice proceedings; increasing the punishment for certain delinquent conduct.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Juvenile | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Juvenile Boards & Officers | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2630 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to certain programs provided to families of children at risk for abuse and neglect.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2648 84-0 (2015)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to progressive sanctions for providers of home and community-based services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2649 84-0 (2015)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to requiring video recording in certain home and community-based services provider facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | VIDEO CAMERAS
HB 2655 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frank, James | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to requiring the Department of Family and Protective Services to study the effectiveness of the relative and other designated caregiver placement program.
House: Human Services Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2656 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Department of Family and Protective Services to investigate abuse, neglect, or exploitation of individuals receiving services from certain providers.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| Aging | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 2799 84-0 (2015)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan | et. al.
Relating to home-school education for foster children.
House: Human Services
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Home Schooling | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 2837 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis
Relating to authorization agreements between a parent and a relative or other person for the care and custody of the parent's child and an exemption from a licensing requirement; authorizing a fee.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHILD CUSTODY | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 3092 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide protective services to certain persons determined to be at risk of future harm from abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| Aging | Disabilities, Persons with | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General
HB 3334 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to monetary assistance provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services to certain relatives and designated caregivers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3530 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to encouraging age-appropriate normalcy activities for children in the managing conservatorship of the state.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Laid on the table subject to call
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3678 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin
Relating to the office of independent ombudsman for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Governor
HB 3734 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the application for and issuance of a marriage license and the marriage of a minor.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Marriage Relationship | Human Services--Child Services | MARRIAGE LICENSES | Minors--General | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 3748 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farney, MarshaSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the coordination of educational support services for and information regarding students who are currently or were formerly placed in foster care.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3887 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the establishment of the office of early learning within the Texas Education Agency.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3967 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to a pilot program to increase the financial independence of foster children who are transitioning to independent living.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Reported favorably as substituted
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Financial--Credit Unions | Financial--General | FOSTER CARE
HB 3994 84-0 (2015)
Author: Morrison, Geanie | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to notice of and consent to an abortion for a minor and associated requirements; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 1/1/16
| Abortion | ATTORNEY GENERAL | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Law Enforcement | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4111 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the release of certain child fatality and near fatality information for abused or neglected children.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Reported favorably as substituted
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 4119 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to investigations of and procedures for reports of child abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 4121 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to service plans and placements for children under the care of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 54 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the drug testing of certain persons seeking benefits under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Direct Assistance | MARIHUANA | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES
SB 60 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to video recordings made by children's advocacy centers.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| CHILD ABUSE | Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Lawyers | Minors--Crimes Against | VIDEOTAPE & FILM
SB 125 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to certain assessments for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 200 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Health and Human Services Commission and the provision of health and human services in this state.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| DRUG UTILIZATION REVIEW BOARD | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Human Services--General | INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MEDICAID | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 204 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the continuation of the functions of the Department of Aging and Disability Services; increasing penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
House appoints conferees-reported
| Aging | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER RESTRUCTURING COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 206 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services and procedures applicable to suits affecting the parent-child relationship, investigations of child abuse and neglect, and conservatorship of a child; affecting fee amounts and authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| CHILD ABUSE | CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General | Minors--Health & Safety | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 219 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies, and the licensing of certain health professionals; clarifying certain statutory provisions; authorizing the imposition of fees.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Aging | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | BORDER HEALTH, OFFICE OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HEALTH COORDINATION & CONSUMER SERVICES, OFFICE OF | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--General | Hospitals | Human Services--Food Programs | Human Services--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MEDICAID | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Sunset--Commission Bills | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 294 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the coordination of educational support services for and information regarding students who are currently or were formerly placed in foster care.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Human Services--Child Services
SB 314 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to appointment of a nonparent as managing conservator of a child.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 358 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | STUDENT LOANS
SB 409 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, JoséSponsor: White, James
Relating to the dissemination of confidential information contained in the juvenile justice information system.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 507 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the placement and use of video cameras in self-contained classrooms or other settings providing special education services.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--Health & Safety | VIDEO CAMERAS
SB 820 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to child custody evaluations and adoption evaluations conducted and testimony provided in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship; providing penalties; creating an offense; authorizing fees.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| ADOPTION | CHILD CUSTODY | EXAMINERS OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | SOCIAL WORKER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF
SB 830 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the creation of an independent ombudsman for children and youth in foster care.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 949 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the release of certain child fatality and near-fatality information for abused or neglected children.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1086 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: White, James
Relating to a parent's right to view the body of a deceased child before an autopsy is performed.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| AUTOPSIES | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1117 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to housing services provided through the transitional living services program to certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Housing--General | Human Services--Child Services
SB 1120 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the application for and issuance of a marriage license and the marriage of a minor.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Marriage Relationship | Human Services--Child Services | MARRIAGE LICENSES | Minors--General | PARENTAL CONSENT
SB 1131 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to monetary assistance provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services to certain relatives and designated caregivers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Child Services
SB 1406 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the protection of certain children through the operation of the child safety check alert list.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Law Enforcement | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1407 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to encouraging age-appropriate normalcy activities for children in the managing conservatorship of the state.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1496 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to background checks conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services for certain child-care providers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Criminal Procedure--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--Health & Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1641 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide protective services to certain persons determined to be at risk of future harm from abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Postponed
| Aging | Disabilities, Persons with | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1814 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to establishment of a child-care facility database on the Department of Family and Protective Services' Internet website.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Day Care | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1880 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the authority of the Department of Family and Protective Services to investigate abuse, neglect, or exploitation of individuals receiving services from certain providers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| Aging | Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
SB 1889 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to the definition of neglect of a child, the exclusion of certain information from the Department of Family and Protective Services central registry of child abuse or neglect cases, and the report of certain information regarding those cases to the legislature.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1932 84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the payment of permanency care assistance.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | FOSTER CARE
HB 165 83-0 (2013)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship and placement decisions for children in foster care.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 304 83-0 (2013)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to employee caseload standards for child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services and call processing standards for certain of those services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 367 83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, ArmandoSponsor: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the disclosure by a member of the legislature or the lieutenant governor of certain information concerning a resident of this state to a governmental body.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Open Government
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 376 83-0 (2013)
Author: Strama, Mark | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the regulation of child-care providers by the Texas Workforce Commission and local workforce development boards.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 445 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities for certain foster children to pursue home ownership, postsecondary education, and business development.
House: Human Services
Considered in Calendars
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 486 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to outsourcing a service performed by a health and human services agency to a private commercial contractor.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AUDITOR, STATE | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | Human Services--General | OUTSOURCING | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 604 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the evaluation of potential foster parents and adoptive parents.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 617 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to transition and employment services for public school students enrolled in special education programs.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 673 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ratliff, Bennett
Relating to transition and employment services for public school students enrolled in special education programs.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 748 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard PeñaSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a waiver allowing the Department of Family and Protective Services to use certain federal funds to test innovation strategies in child welfare programs.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services
HB 764 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to verification of the unavailability of community day care before the Department of Family and Protective Services provides day-care assistance or services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 915 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the administration and monitoring of health care provided to foster children.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 932 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the notification of certain legislators of the death of a child in foster care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Legislature
HB 948 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Susan | et. al.
Relating to the operation and administration of the supplemental nutrition assistance program.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Business & Commerce--General | DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE, U. S. | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOOD STAMPS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Food Programs | NUTRITION
HB 969 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain child protective services workers.
House: Human Services
Considered in Calendars
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | GIFTS & DONATIONS | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Human Services--Child Services | State Finances--Management & Control | STUDENT LOANS
HB 1058 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to complaints about medication or medical care provided to foster children.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1143 83-0 (2013)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to certain assessments for children in the conservatorship of the state.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1151 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to service plans and placements for children under the care of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1152 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to investigations of child abuse or neglect, including the placement of children removed from their homes as a result of an investigation.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence
HB 1153 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to parent education and family stabilization courses in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1180 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to foster care placement decisions made by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 1206 83-0 (2013)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding certain children who are reported to be missing.
House: Human Services Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
| Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Law Enforcement | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety | MISSING CHILDREN
HB 1209 83-0 (2013)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to standing for certain individuals to file a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| ADOPTION | CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1227 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, DawnnaSponsor: Williams, Tommy | et. al.
Relating to the use of an Internet application to allow access by court-appointed volunteer advocates to child protective services case information.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Courts--General | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | GIFTS & DONATIONS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | VOLUNTEERS
HB 1323 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to investigations of and procedures for reports of child abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | CHILD ABUSE | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Minors--Crimes Against
HB 1396 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Susan | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a study on alcohol and controlled substance statistics prepared by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the Department of State Health Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1453 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to visitation for certain children in the temporary managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1634 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to assistance and education regarding personal finance for certain children in foster care.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Financial--General | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 1648 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard PeñaSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information held by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Open Records
HB 1661 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to child custody evaluations and adoption evaluations conducted and testimony provided in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship; providing penalties; authorizing fees.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Considered in Calendars
| ADOPTION | CHILD CUSTODY | CONSERVATORSHIP | EXAMINERS OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF
HB 1679 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the flexible response system for investigations of child abuse or neglect reports by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1680 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the regulation of certain child-care facilities and administrators of those facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| BIOMETRIC IDENTIFIERS & VOICEPRINTS | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1681 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to foster care placement decisions made by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 1682 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to background and criminal history checks for parents or other relatives of children in residential child-care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
HB 1683 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to verification of the unavailability of community day care before the Department of Family and Protective Services provides day-care assistance or services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1686 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farney, Marsha
Relating to foster care placement decisions made by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 1740 83-0 (2013)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the electronic monitoring of residents at state supported living centers; providing criminal penalties.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Courts--General | ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | PUBLIC NOTICE | RIGHT OF PRIVACY
HB 1741 83-0 (2013)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to requiring child safety alarms in certain vehicles used by child-care facilities to transport children.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--Health & Safety | SECURITY ALARMS & DEVICES | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
HB 1922 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to certain information to which a social study evaluator is entitled in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2111 83-0 (2013)
Author: Strama, MarkSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the transitional living services program for certain youth in foster care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOOD | FOSTER CARE | Health--General | Minors--Health & Safety | NUTRITION
HB 2218 83-0 (2013)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the office of independent ombudsman for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | INDEPENDENT OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF--DFPS | Sunset--Recommended Reviews
HB 2240 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to a study on homeless youth.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HOMELESS | HOMELESS EDUCATION OFFICE, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Housing--Homeless Persons | Human Services--General | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2323 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to the extension of an emergency order for protective services for certain persons who are elderly or have disabilities.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| Aging | Disabilities, Persons with | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | PROTECTIVE ORDERS
HB 2495 83-0 (2013)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to reporting child abuse and neglect and to training regarding recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect at schools, institutions of higher education, and other entities.
House: Human Services
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| CHILD ABUSE | Day Care | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 2497 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of real property used to operate a child-care facility.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
| Day Care | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Property Interests--Real Property | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2619 83-0 (2013)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the educational needs of children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Courts--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | GUARDIANS & WARDS | Lawyers
HB 2844 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana
Relating to adoption services of the Department of Family and Protective Services with respect to sibling groups.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 3259 83-0 (2013)
Author: Wu, GeneSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to certain investigation records in child abuse and neglect cases and to information regarding a child available to prospective adoptive parents.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/13
| CHILD ABUSE | Criminal Procedure--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | VIDEOTAPE & FILM
HB 3302 83-0 (2013)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of abortion procedures.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Abortion | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS | SUPREME COURT
HB 3399 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the stability of placements for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 3431 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship and the operation of the child protective services and foster care systems.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Governor | GUARDIANS & WARDS | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD
HB 3587 83-0 (2013)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to establishment of the Texas Early Learning Council.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Sunset--Recommended Reviews | TEXAS EARLY LEARNING COUNCIL
SB 33 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the electronic monitoring of residents at state supported living centers; providing criminal penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Courts--General | ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | PUBLIC NOTICE | RIGHT OF PRIVACY
SB 37 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to transition and employment services for public school students enrolled in special education programs.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 44 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to maintaining and reporting certain information regarding certain child abuse or neglect cases and the provision of mental health services for children in those cases.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 59 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to required reports and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | AUDITOR, STATE | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | BOND REVIEW BOARD | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY COUNCIL | DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LAW EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | OIL-FIELD CLEANUP FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD | SUPREME COURT | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 330 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to certain information to which a social study evaluator is entitled in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/13
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
SB 352 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to visitation for certain children in the temporary managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/13
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | Family--Parent & Child
SB 423 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the flexible response system for investigations of child abuse or neglect reports by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 424 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the administration and monitoring of certain medications provided to foster children.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 425 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Farney, Marsha | et. al.
Relating to foster care placement decisions made by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
SB 427 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the regulation of certain child-care facilities and administrators of those facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| BIOMETRIC IDENTIFIERS & VOICEPRINTS | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 428 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to background and criminal history checks for parents or other relatives of children in residential child-care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
SB 429 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the dismissal or nonsuit of a suit to terminate the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 430 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to verification of the unavailability of community day care before the Department of Family and Protective Services provides day-care assistance or services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 462 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Lewis, Tryon
Relating to specialty court programs in this state.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
| Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | DRUG COURTS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | SPECIALTY COURTS ADVISORY COUNCIL
SB 502 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to placement of children with certain relatives or other designated caregivers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 534 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to providing stable placement for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 728 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the notification of certain legislators of the death of a child in foster care.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Legislature
SB 737 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain child protective services workers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | GIFTS & DONATIONS | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Human Services--Child Services | State Finances--Management & Control | STUDENT LOANS
SB 769 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide specialized training to foster parents of certain children.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 771 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to training for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 1/1/14
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--General | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 886 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Lewis, Tryon
Relating to extended foster care for certain young adults and the extended jurisdiction of a court in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving those young adults.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
SB 939 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to reporting child abuse and neglect and to training regarding recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect at schools, institutions of higher education, and other entities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| CHILD ABUSE | Day Care | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 963 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the use of an Internet application to allow access by court-appointed volunteer advocates to child protective services case information.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Courts--General | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | GIFTS & DONATIONS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | VOLUNTEERS
SB 980 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities for certain foster children to pursue home ownership, postsecondary education, and business development.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | State Finances--Appropriations
SB 1245 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to child custody evaluations and adoption evaluations conducted and testimony provided in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship; providing penalties; authorizing fees.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| ADOPTION | CHILD CUSTODY | CONSERVATORSHIP | EXAMINERS OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF
SB 1404 83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to attendance at and completion of high school by students who are in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1583 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to extending the court's jurisdiction in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship over certain young people for purposes of obtaining special immigrant juvenile status and Department of Family and Protective Services policies for handling cases involving those young people.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Co-author authorized
| Aliens | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
SB 1587 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to establishment of the Texas Early Learning Council.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Sunset--Recommended Reviews | TEXAS EARLY LEARNING COUNCIL
SB 1588 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the regulation of child-care providers by the Texas Workforce Commission and local workforce development boards.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1589 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to assistance and education regarding personal finance for certain children in foster care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| Education--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Financial--General | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
SB 1748 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to employee caseload standards for child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services and call processing standards for certain of those services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
SB 1758 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the establishment of a task force to examine hiring and management practices of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 1759 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Lewis, Tryon
Relating to the procedures for the appointment of and the duties of attorneys ad litem in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/13
| CONSERVATORSHIP | CONTINUING EDUCATION | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Lawyers
SB 1769 83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, JoséSponsor: White, James
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to examine the fingerprinting practices of juvenile probation departments.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| BIOMETRIC IDENTIFIERS & VOICEPRINTS | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Lawyers | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 1789 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the stability of placements for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 85 83-1 (2013)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship and placement decisions for children in foster care.
Filed
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 18 83-2 (2013)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the regulation of abortion procedures.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Abortion | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 21 83-3 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to a pregnant woman's completion of a resource awareness session before performance or inducement of an abortion; providing penalties.
Filed
| Abortion | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 17 83-3 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a pregnant woman's completion of a resource awareness session before performance or inducement of an abortion; providing penalties.
Filed
| Abortion | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 130 82-0 (2011)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the creation of an anti-bullying hotline.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| BULLYING | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | INTERNET | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 244 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hartnett, Will
Relating to the responsibilities of the Department of Family and Protective Services as trustee of the Parrie Haynes Trust.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Human Services--Child Services | Property Interests--Trusts | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TRUSTS
HB 253 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the protection of children by ensuring reports of abuse or neglect, protecting children from abuse and neglect, ensuring that births are reported, and prosecuting the offense of bigamy; providing criminal penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| BIGAMY | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Marriage Relationship | Health--General
HB 434 82-0 (2011)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the minimum standards for licensed child-care facilities and registered family homes.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | PAISLEY'S LAW
HB 452 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to temporary housing between academic terms for certain postsecondary students who have been under the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Housing--General | Human Services--Child Services
HB 502 82-0 (2011)
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim
Relating to foster care payments for certain children.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--General
HB 712 82-0 (2011)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to employee caseload and call processing standards for the provision of child and adult protective services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES DIV, FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 753 82-0 (2011)
Author: Raymond, Richard PenaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the recruitment and retention of certain caseworkers employed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Salaries & Expenses | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 769 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the evaluation of potential foster parents and adoptive parents.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 792 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to the notice requirements for and effective date of a service plan filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services with regard to a child.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 793 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to parent education and family stabilization courses in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 794 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to investigations of child abuse or neglect, including the placement of children removed from their homes as a result of an investigation.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | GUARDIANS & WARDS
HB 807 82-0 (2011)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the notice provided to a foster parent before a change in a child's foster care placement.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 835 82-0 (2011)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to standing for certain individuals to file a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADOPTION | CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 841 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gonzalez, NaomiSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to certain statutory references to the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 848 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to an agreement authorizing certain persons to make decisions regarding a child during an investigation of child abuse or neglect.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 943 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dukes, DawnnaSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to reporting requirements concerning missing persons, including missing children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | MISSING CHILDREN
HB 961 82-0 (2011)
Author: Turner, SylvesterSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the sealing of and restricting access to juvenile records of adjudications of delinquent conduct or conduct indicating a need for supervision and to the confidentiality of records of certain misdemeanor convictions of a child.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Juvenile Boards & Officers | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 1099 82-0 (2011)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to creating an advisory committee on child protective services in the region that includes Bexar County for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| BEXAR COUNTY | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1194 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to investigations and other procedures with respect to allegations of child abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 1342 82-0 (2011)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to employee caseload and call processing standards for the provision of child and adult protective services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General
HB 1642 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the sexual assault program fund and to the fee imposed on certain sexually oriented businesses.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Business & Commerce--General | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Crime Prevention | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | SEXUALLY ORIENTED BUSINESSES | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 1709 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities for certain foster children to pursue home ownership, postsecondary education, and business development.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 1782 82-0 (2011)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to a report on efforts made by the Department of Family and Protective Services to place children in adoptive homes.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| ADOPTION | CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--General | FOSTER CARE
HB 1854 82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to certain arrangements to provide care for a child during an investigation of abuse or neglect.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2170 82-0 (2011)
Author: Raymond, Richard Pena | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to the rights of a foster child and to assisting a foster child in obtaining the child's credit report.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| CREDIT REPORTS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Protection of Personal Information
HB 2210 82-0 (2011)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to the release of certain information regarding child fatalities resulting from abuse or neglect.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | Courts--Judges | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Open Records
HB 2269 82-0 (2011)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to the regulation of child-care facilities by the Texas Workforce Commission and the Department of Family and Protective Services, including the Texas Rising Star Program.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| COMMUNITY CENTERS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2370 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dukes, DawnnaSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to certain notice to applicants to provide care under the permanency care assistance program.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| Criminal Procedure--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2560 82-0 (2011)
Author: Sheffield, Ralph | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to transporting a foster child in a vehicle where a handgun is in the possession of a foster parent licensed to carry a concealed handgun.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety | Weapons
HB 2706 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nash, Barbara
Relating to a study of child abuse or neglect committed by a foster child against another foster child.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2820 82-0 (2011)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program in Bexar County to provide an educational course to certain parents on the effects of child abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services
Withdrawn from schedule
| BEXAR COUNTY | CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2870 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of certain required reports prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| ACCOUNTANCY, STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC | ACUPUNCTURE EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS | ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE | ATHLETIC TRAINERS, ADVISORY BOARD OF | AUDITS & AUDITORS | BLIND, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | BOND REVIEW BOARD | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DEAF & HARD OF HEARING, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS | DIETITIANS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION, INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | EMANCIPATION JUNETEENTH CULTURAL & HISTORICAL COMMN., TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | MIDWIFERY BOARD, TEXAS | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS IN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE | ORTHOTICS & PROSTHETICS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PODIATRIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | SOCIAL WORKER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE COUNCIL ON COMPETITIVE GOVERNMENT | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNFUNDED MANDATES INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 2976 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to the recording of proceedings and the issuance of a warrant to take physical custody of a child in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship; creating an offense.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
| Courts--General | Courts--Reporters | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | MISSING CHILDREN
HB 3123 82-0 (2011)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to codifying federal foster care funding requirements to locate and provide information to relatives and other adults following the removal of a child by the Department of Family and Protective Services, and court findings regarding those efforts.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3175 82-0 (2011)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to notice to certain persons that a child is in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 3234 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the prioritization of requests to release certain case records maintained by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--General | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3531 82-0 (2011)
Author: Strama, Mark | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a system for monitoring prescriptions of certain drugs under the Medicaid program for children in foster care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 3547 82-0 (2011)
Author: Alvarado, CarolSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to enforcement by a local government of fire safety standards at certain child-care facilities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Safety
HB 3670 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carter, Stefani
Relating to training for employees and operators of certain child-care facilities.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 71 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Raymond, Richard Pena
Relating to certain reports submitted and analyses conducted regarding health and human services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | GUARDIANSHIP ADVISORY BOARD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | INTEGRATED ENROLLMENT SERVICES LEG. OVERSIGHT COMT., TEXAS | JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | MEDICAID | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | YOUTH COMMISSION
SB 76 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to certain providers of subsidized child care, the use of certain personal information to prevent fraud in child-care programs, and the disclosure of certain personal information for the purpose of investigation and enforcement of unemployment compensation violations.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 218 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship and the operation of the child protective services and foster care systems.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/11
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Crimes Against | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | SEXUAL ABUSE | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
SB 219 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to health and mental health services for children in foster care and kinship care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | TELEMEDICINE
SB 221 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services, including protective services and investigations of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation for certain adults who are elderly or disabled; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| Aging | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Disabilities, Persons with | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Law Enforcement
SB 269 82-0 (2011)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to a foster children's bill of rights.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 277 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the preparation of case records of children discharged from foster care.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--General | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
SB 434 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Pena
Relating to the establishment of a task force to address the relationship between domestic violence and child abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Family--Parent & Child | TASK FORCE TO ADDRESS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT
SB 532 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to a study by the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding establishing a system to identify children born to certain parents.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
SB 571 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to efficiencies and cost-savings in the health and human services agencies and other related regulatory agencies.
Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Medicaid by Chair
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | State Finances--Appropriations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 652 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to governmental and certain quasi-governmental entities subject to the sunset review process.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | BLIND, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS | BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS | CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER, OFFICE OF | COUNCIL ON PURCHASING FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, TEXAS | COURT REPORTERS CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DEAF & HARD OF HEARING, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, TEXAS COUNCIL FOR | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ETHICS COMMISSION, TEXAS | EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Governor | GOVERNOR'S COMMITTEE ON PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | GUARDIANSHIP CERTIFICATION BOARD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | INTERAGENCY TASK FORCE FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS | INVASIVE SPECIES COORDINATING COMMITTEE, TEXAS | LAW EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | LICENSED COURT INTERPRETER ADVISORY BOARD | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | OFFICIAL CITRUS PRODUCERS' PEST & DISEASE MGMT. CORPORATION, BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF | ORTHOTICS & PROSTHETICS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY | PREPAID HIGHER EDUCATION TUITION BOARD | PROCESS SERVER REVIEW BOARD | PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL GEOSCIENTISTS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYING, TEXAS BOARD OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | REHABILITATION COMMISSION | SAVINGS & MORTGAGE LENDING, DEPARTMENT OF | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | SECURITIES BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | TEXAS HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 788 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to certain statutory references to the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 957 82-0 (2011)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to the clarification of terminology relating to the Waco Center for Youth.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | Minors--Health & Safety | WACO, CITY OF
SB 993 82-0 (2011)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the removal of a child by the Department of Family and Protective Services, including certain arrangements to provide care for a child during an investigation of abuse or neglect.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1026 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harris, ChrisSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the powers and duties of an attorney ad litem appointed for a parent or an alleged father in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/11
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Lawyers | STATE BAR OF TEXAS
SB 1154 82-0 (2011)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to a task force for the development of a strategy to reduce child abuse and neglect and improve child welfare.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| CHILD ABUSE | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM | WELFARE | YOUTH COMMISSION
SB 1163 82-0 (2011)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the exchange of information among certain entities concerning at-risk youth.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | YOUTH COMMISSION
SB 1178 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Raymond, Richard Pena
Relating to the regulation of certain shelter day-care facilities, child-care facilities, and individuals providing child-care services, and access to certain criminal history record information; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| City Government--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PERMITS | WOMEN'S SHELTERS
SB 1179 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the elimination of certain required reports prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education and other obsolete provisions of law.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
| ACCOUNTANCY, STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC | ACUPUNCTURE EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS | ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE | ATHLETIC TRAINERS, ADVISORY BOARD OF | AUDITS & AUDITORS | BLIND, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | BOND REVIEW BOARD | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DEAF & HARD OF HEARING, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS | DIETITIANS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION, INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | EMANCIPATION JUNETEENTH CULTURAL & HISTORICAL COMMN., TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | MIDWIFERY BOARD, TEXAS | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS IN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE | ORTHOTICS & PROSTHETICS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PODIATRIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | REHABILITATION COMMISSION | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | SOCIAL WORKER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE COUNCIL ON COMPETITIVE GOVERNMENT | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNFUNDED MANDATES INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS | YOUTH COMMISSION
SB 1490 82-0 (2011)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to the recording of proceedings and the issuance of a warrant to take physical custody of a child in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship; creating an offense.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/11
| Courts--General | Courts--Reporters | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | MISSING CHILDREN
SB 1643 82-0 (2011)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to mandatory dismissal deadlines and extended jurisdiction in suits affecting the parent-child relationship to which the Department of Family and Protective Services is a party.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
SB 1705 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to temporary housing between academic terms for certain postsecondary students who have been under the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Housing--General | Human Services--Child Services
SB 1745 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to enforcement by a local government of fire safety standards at certain child-care facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION | Human Services--General | Safety
HR 232 82-1 (2011)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1.
Reported enrolled
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BOND REVIEW BOARD | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | Governor | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | Health--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | MEDICAID | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | PARKING | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Property Interests--Homestead | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Retirement Systems--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | SALVAGE YARDS & SALVAGE DEALERS | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Budget | State Finances--Management & Control | Taxation--Cigarette | Taxation--Franchise | Taxation--General | Taxation--Motor Fuels | Taxation--Sales | Taxation--State | TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND | TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND | Tobacco Products | UNCLAIMED PROPERTY | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1 82-1 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Pitts, Jim
Relating to certain state fiscal matters; providing penalties.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BOND REVIEW BOARD | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | Governor | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | Health--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | Lawyers | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | MEDICAID | Mines & Mineral Resources | OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS IN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE | Oil & Gas | PARKING | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PEACE OFFICERS | PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND | POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts | PROCESS SERVERS | Property Interests--Homestead | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Retirement Systems--Teachers | RURAL AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | RURAL HEALTH & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | Salaries & Expenses | SALVAGE YARDS & SALVAGE DEALERS | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Budget | Taxation--Alcoholic Beverages | Taxation--Cigarette | Taxation--General | Taxation--Motor Fuels | TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND | TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND | Tobacco Products | UNCLAIMED PROPERTY | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SCR 5 82-1 (2011)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Pitts, Jim
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1.
Signed by the Governor
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BOND REVIEW BOARD | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | Governor | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | Health--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | MEDICAID | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | Open Records | PARKING | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Property Interests--Homestead | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Resolutions--Corrective | Retirement Systems--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | SALVAGE YARDS & SALVAGE DEALERS | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Budget | Taxation--General | TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND | TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND | Tobacco Products | UNCLAIMED PROPERTY | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SR 130 82-1 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1.
Reported enrolled
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BOND REVIEW BOARD | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | Governor | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | Health--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | MEDICAID | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | PARKING | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Property Interests--Homestead | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Retirement Systems--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | SALVAGE YARDS & SALVAGE DEALERS | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Budget | State Finances--Management & Control | Taxation--Cigarette | Taxation--Franchise | Taxation--General | Taxation--Motor Fuels | Taxation--Sales | Taxation--State | TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND | TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND | Tobacco Products | UNCLAIMED PROPERTY | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 18 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David | et. al.
Relating to the creation of an anti-bullying hotline.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| BULLYING | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | INTERNET | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 187 81-0 (2009)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to a subsidy under an adoption assistance agreement for certain adoptive parents of children in foster care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 188 81-0 (2009)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to the rights of children and the education of parents regarding their duties as parents.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
| EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Family--Parent & Child
HB 217 81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting the use of unsafe children's products in certain nonresidential child-care facilities.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
| Consumer Protection | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | INTERNET | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 510 81-0 (2009)
Author: Riddle, Debbie
Relating to the registration of certain assisted living facilities; providing penalties.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Nursing Homes
HB 704 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, PatrickSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the jurisdiction of a court over a child in the managing conservatorship of the state after the child's 18th birthday.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 705 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to providing certain documents and training to children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Driver Education & Training | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
HB 706 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to the imposition of background and criminal history check requirements for certain employees of and applicants for employment with the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | State Employees
HB 884 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the permanent placement of certain foster children.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 948 81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to investigations and other procedures with respect to allegations of child abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | CHILD CUSTODY | CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence
HB 1032 81-0 (2009)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to suits for adoption of a child in certain cases involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1068 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to information regarding the relative or designated caregivers for a child in the managing conservatorship of the state.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 1317 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to the protection and care of individuals with mental retardation.
House: Human Services
Reported favorably as substituted
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | CRIMINAL & JUVENILE JUSTICE OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT--HHSC
HB 1565 81-0 (2009)
Author: England, Kirk
Relating to monetary assistance for substitute care provided to a child by a relative caregiver.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Human Services--Child Services
HB 1629 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the care and protection of foster children committed to or released under supervision by the Texas Youth Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 1901 81-0 (2009)
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Relating to transportation safety training requirements for certain child-care providers.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1912 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to the Transitional Living Services Program and the Preparation for Adult Living Program for foster children transitioning to independent living.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 1970 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Relating to the minimum standards for operators and employees of child-care facilities and family homes.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOOD | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1978 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an evidence-based youth development competitive grant pilot program.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BEXAR COUNTY | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2040 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to establishing a kinship guardian assistance program.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | GUARDIANS & WARDS | Human Services--Child Services
HB 2224 81-0 (2009)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the minimum standards for licensed child-care facilities and registered family homes.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance
HB 2225 81-0 (2009)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to creating a committee to review the process for finding permanent placements for children in the conservatorship of the state.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | FOSTER CARE
HB 2304 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lewis, Tryon | et. al.
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for students who have been under the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Higher Education Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| CONSERVATORSHIP | Education--Higher--Student Fees | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Child Services
HB 2443 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to benefits and services for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Tuition | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 2444 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the investigation of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in an intermediate care facility for the mentally retarded.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Crimes--Against Persons--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 2860 81-0 (2009)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to financial assistance programs in connection with certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3126 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to reports of certain information relating to foster homes by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
HB 3137 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallego, PeteSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to requiring the Department of Family and Protective Services to develop and provide certain foster parents with a statement regarding the rights and responsibilities of those persons and the agency.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3370 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the privatization of certain child protective services functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3466 81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the exchange of information among certain governmental entities concerning at-risk youth.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice | YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 3492 81-0 (2009)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to a pilot program for the provision of certain child protective services functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services by a private entity.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| BEXAR COUNTY | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 3604 81-0 (2009)
Author: Frost, Stephen
Relating to the evaluation of potential foster parents and adoptive parents.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3662 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the review of certain drugs prescribed to a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4159 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to Department of Family and Protective Services caseworkers and other employees.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | Minors--General | State Employees
HB 4188 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to child protective services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 4255 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey | et. al.
Relating to the protection of children by enforcing compulsory public school attendance requirements, ensuring reports of abuse or neglect, protecting children from abuse and neglect, and ensuring that births are reported and to the prosecution of the offense of bigamy; providing criminal penalties.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
HB 4373 81-0 (2009)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to the independent office of consumer affairs for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 4425 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to authorizing a suit to declare that certain children have been abused, neglected, or abandoned.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Aliens | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 4550 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the recruitment and retention of certain caseworkers employed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Salaries & Expenses | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 4558 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the recruitment, employment, and retention of certain Department of Family and Protective Services caseworkers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Child Support | Human Services--Child Services | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 4564 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the notice requirements for and effective date of a service plan filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services with regard to a child.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
HB 4565 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to parent education and family stabilization courses in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 4568 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to investigations of child abuse and neglect, including the placement of children removed from their homes as a result of an investigation.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | GUARDIANS & WARDS
HB 4569 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to investigations and other procedures with respect to allegations of child abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CHILD ABUSE | Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4570 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to designated caregivers for children in the managing conservatorship of the state.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | GUARDIANS & WARDS
HB 4588 81-0 (2009)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to requiring the Department of Family and Protective Services to apply for Medicaid for certain children in the conservatorship of the state.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Child Services | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICAID | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 4622 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hartnett, Will
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services caseworker replacement program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 4691 81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the protection and care of individuals requiring long term care services and supports.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Crimes--Against Persons--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | LONG-TERM CARE | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | Minors--Crimes Against | Nursing Homes | RESTRAINTS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4695 81-0 (2009)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to the collection and use of information relating to the investigation and prevention of abuse, neglect, and exploitation in certain facilities serving individuals with mental retardation in an electronic database.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 4696 81-0 (2009)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to the investigation and prevention of abuse, neglect, or exploitation at certain facilities and homes in which individuals with mental retardation reside and the collection and use of information related to those investigations in an electronic database.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 68 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to licensing and inspection requirements of the Department of Family and Protective Services for certain facilities and homes providing child care; providing penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 69 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to child protective services and foster care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
SB 70 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the investigation of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in an intermediate care facility for the mentally retarded.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Crimes--Against Persons--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 81 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to certain providers of subsidized child care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 95 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: Menendez, Jose
Relating to prohibiting the use of unsafe children's products in certain nonresidential child-care facilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
| Consumer Protection | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | INTERNET | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 277 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services, including protective services and investigations of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation for certain adults who are elderly or disabled; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| Aging | CHILD ABUSE | CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Disabilities, Persons with | ELDER ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General
SB 301 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to caseload assignments for employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
SB 493 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to benefits and services for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Tuition | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | FOSTER CARE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 572 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.Sponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to transportation safety training requirements for certain child-care providers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
| Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 643 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to the protection and care of individuals with mental retardation and to certain legal protections for individuals with disabilities; providing criminal penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | CRIMINAL RECORDS | DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | PEACE OFFICERS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 703 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the provision of a certified copy of a birth certificate for certain minors receiving services from the Department of Family and Protective Services and to the amendment of birth and death certificates.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 786 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the protection of children from abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Family--Parent & Child | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 861 81-0 (2009)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the exchange of information among certain governmental entities concerning at-risk youth.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | YOUTH COMMISSION
SB 939 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to benefits and services for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services, including the exchange of information by the department regarding students in foster care.
House: Human Services Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CONSERVATORSHIP | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
SB 983 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to providing certain documents and training to children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
| Education--Driver Education & Training | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
SB 984 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the jurisdiction of a court to conduct placement review hearings for a child in the managing conservatorship of the state after the child's 18th birthday.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1050 81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the release of certain information relating to child fatalities resulting from abuse or neglect.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Open Records
SB 1052 81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to a foster children's bill of rights.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1229 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to creating an advisory committee on child protective services in the region that includes Bexar County for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| BEXAR COUNTY | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1250 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the administration of certain programs to assist certain foster children in obtaining postsecondary education and training.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
SB 1322 81-0 (2009)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the exchange of information among certain governmental entities concerning at-risk youth.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | Minors--Juvenile Justice | YOUTH COMMISSION
SB 1332 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to the placement of certain children who are in the managing conservatorship of the state.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
SB 1376 81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the care and protection of foster children committed to or released under supervision by the Texas Youth Commission.
Senate: Criminal Justice
No action taken in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | YOUTH COMMISSION
SB 1411 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to financial assistance programs in connection with certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| ADOPTION | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
SB 1644 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the availability on the Internet of certain information regarding the child protective services functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | INTERNET
SB 1723 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to an informational manual for voluntary caregivers who provide temporary care for children who are the subject of an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection
SB 1734 81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services caseworker replacement program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
No action taken in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 2061 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to financial assistance for voluntary caregivers of a child during an investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHILD CUSTODY | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
SB 2080 81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to treating and reducing child abuse and neglect and improving child welfare, including providing assistance for adoptive parents and foster care providers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| ADOPTION | CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety | STRATEGIC PLANS | WELFARE
SB 2385 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to information regarding the relative or designated caregivers for a child in the managing conservatorship of the state.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/09
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child
HB 68 80-0 (2007)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to the creation of an anti-bullying hotline.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| BULLYING | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | INTERNET | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 363 80-0 (2007)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the provision of case management services for children by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Meeting cancelled
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
HB 1263 80-0 (2007)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to possession of firearms and ammunition in certain foster homes.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Weapons
HB 1361 80-0 (2007)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to privatization of child protective services and the improvement of services for children and families provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
HB 1654 80-0 (2007)
Author: Riddle, Debbie | et. al.
Relating to the registration of certain assisted living facilities.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Nursing Homes
HB 1752 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to a foster children's bill of rights.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 1845 80-0 (2007)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to monetary assistance for care provided to children by certain relatives or other designated caregivers.
House: Appropriations
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Direct Assistance
HB 1993 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gattis, DanSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to mandatory dismissal of certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship and involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Jurisprudence
Committee report printed and distributed
| Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child
HB 2140 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to child protective services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 2580 80-0 (2007)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the designation by the Department of Family and Protective Services of an individual to consent on behalf of the department to medical care for a child in foster care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2670 80-0 (2007)
Author: Giddings, Helen
Relating to providing notice to the Department of Family and Protective Services of investigations of family violence at certain foster homes.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 2736 80-0 (2007)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the adoption by the Department of Family and Protective Services of standardized forms for use by foster parent applicants, child-placing agencies, and department caseworkers in submitting required information to the department.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3008 80-0 (2007)
Author: Pierson, Paula | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to match certain teens in foster care with adult mentors.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3040 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to background and criminal history checks for certain providers of subsidized child care.
House: Human Services
Meeting cancelled
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3108 80-0 (2007)
Author: Bolton, Valinda | et. al.
Relating to caseloads for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 3455 80-0 (2007)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to investigations and other procedures with respect to allegations of child abuse and neglect.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CHILD ABUSE | CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence
HB 3756 80-0 (2007)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the management of child protective services caseworkers.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Salaries & Expenses | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 3916 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the regional implementation of the privatization of substitute care and case management services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
HB 3965 80-0 (2007)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to duties of a parent in the parent-child relationship to report, creating an offense and providing a penalty and other family law matters.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Meeting cancelled
| CHILD ABUSE | CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | PARENTAL RIGHTS
SB 206 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to certain providers of subsidized child care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 265 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.
Relating to background and criminal history checks for, reporting requirements for, and audits of certain providers of subsidized child care.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Direct Assistance
SB 322 80-0 (2007)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to possession of firearms and ammunition in certain foster homes.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Weapons
SB 452 80-0 (2007)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to access to records maintained by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Open Records
SB 640 80-0 (2007)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to creating a recognition day to celebrate adoption, adoptive families, and adoption workers in Texas.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Holidays | TEXAS ADOPTION DAY
SB 723 80-0 (2007)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to requiring that the Department of Family and Protective Services maintain and report certain information in connection with the placement of children and to the use of the information provided.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services
SB 758 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to child protective services; providing penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/07
| CHILD ABUSE | Day Care | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
SB 759 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to certain requirements relating to permanency hearings and placement review hearings for children under the care of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Human Services--Child Services
SB 805 80-0 (2007)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to a foster children's bill of rights.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services
SB 1410 80-0 (2007)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the management of child protective services caseworkers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Salaries & Expenses | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 1703 80-0 (2007)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to the inspection of registered or listed family homes.
Senate: Health & Human Services
No action taken in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--General | Human Services--Child Services
SB 1727 80-0 (2007)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to requiring the Department of Family and Protective Services to provide certain information to a foster child who leaves foster care.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE
SB 1941 80-0 (2007)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the regulation of foster care providers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE
HB 6 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hupp, Suzanna | et. al.
Relating to protective services; providing penalties.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES DIV, FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES | Aging | CHILD ABUSE | CHILD CUSTODY | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | Human Services--Child Services | RESTRUCTURING SUBSTITUTE CARE SERVICES, JOINT COMMITTEE ON
