Progress on CPS funding, suspensions in early grades, postpartum depression, and more, but big disappointments too.
Support HB 1521: Ensuring the Success of Youth Involved with CPS & Justice Systems
Testimony to the House Juvenile Justice and Family Issues Committee.
The limited coordination and data sharing between the juvenile justice and child welfare systems results in costly, and sometimes counterproductive, duplication of services and worse outcomes for youth. To improve effectiveness and efficiency, Texas must improve information sharing between the juvenile justice and child welfare systems.
Significant Concerns Regarding HB 1542/SB 907
Focus Group for Providers Working with Youth in Foster Care
Foster Care Youth: Join Us For A Focus Group Discussion in Houston
Good — and Not So Good — Children's Bills on the Move
The Legislature Moves into the Final Stage of Budget Decisions for Texas Kids
Where Key Kids’ Issues Stand in the House Budget Plan
Oppose HB 3859 Regarding Children Served by Faith-Based Foster Care Providers
Testimony to the House Committee on State Affairs
HB 3859 has 3 provisions aimed at ensuring children’s rights are protected. However, we are concerned that HB 3859 could be interpreted to limit children’s rights or hurt a child’s well-being based on a provider’s religious beliefs. We recommend 2 changes to ensure HB 3859 will not allow providers to discriminate against children for religious reasons.