Relating to the rural law enforcement child care grant program, fund, and advisory committee.

HB 5513 establishes a state program to provide child care financial assistance to rural law enforcement officers in Texas. The bill creates a dedicated fund (administered by the Texas Department of Public Safety) to cover child care costs for eligible officers and their families, ensuring access to quality child care services. Key provisions require the department to set eligibility rules, application procedures, and grant amounts, while mandating contracts with recipients to ensure proper use of funds. The program aims to support rural law enforcement workforce stability and strengthen community ties by addressing child care barriers. It directly affects rural law enforcement officers and their families in Texas through accessible, state-funded child care assistance.