TX HB3941

Extends foster care eligibility from age 21 to age 23, allowing eligible youth to return to foster care as needed to achieve Transitional Living Services Program goals

Extends transition services for former foster youth from age 21 to age 23, permitting youth who have exited foster care to continue participating in the Transitional Living Services Program

Expands Medicaid coverage for current and former foster care youth from age 21 to age 26, regardless of income, assets, or resources, with eligibility determined through a single application when youth leave foster care

Adds new required transitional living services including financial support for housing and utilities for youth attending higher education or vocational programs, and for youth employed full-time who are gaining life skills

Takes effect September 1, 2025, with provisions allowing delayed implementation if federal waivers or authorizations are needed