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TX SB162
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jose Menendez
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AI Summary
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Removes the requirement that a relative or other designated caregiver of a foster child must be verified by a licensed child-placing agency to operate an agency foster home before receiving foster care payments
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Allows relatives and other designated caregivers to elect to receive foster care payments in lieu of other benefits provided under the subchapter without obtaining licensure or verification
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Eliminates the provision that foster care payments begin only in the first month after the caregiver becomes licensed or verified
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the eligibility of a relative or other designated caregiver of a foster child for monetary assistance.
Family
Last Action
Referred to Health & Human Services
2/3/2025