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TX SB200
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jose Menendez
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AI Summary
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Allows relatives or other designated caregivers to receive child support payments and benefits on behalf of children placed with them by the Department of Family and Protective Services
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Creates an exception to the current rule that automatically assigns a child's support rights to the state when placed in substitute care
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Requires the department to facilitate the assignment of child support rights directly to the relative or designated caregiver rather than the state
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Mandates the department help designate the caregiver as representative payee for programs and benefits the child is entitled to, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the payment of support rights and benefits for a child placed with a relative or other designated caregiver.
FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
Last Action
Referred to Health & Human Services
2/3/2025