SB 2454 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the rights and responsibilities of a foster parent.

SB 2454 establishes a "Foster Parent's Bill of Rights and Responsibilities" for foster parents in Texas. It guarantees foster parents the right to be free from discrimination, receive standardized training (including cultural competence), get timely financial reimbursement (capping property damage at $500), and access post-placement counseling. The bill also ensures foster parents can communicate with professionals (like therapists and teachers), file grievances, and collaborate on educational plans for children in their care. These provisions directly affect foster parents and child-placing agencies by defining clear rights and accountability mechanisms under state law.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 13, 2025 Last action Mar 25, 2025
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Mar 25, 2025
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Referred to Health & Human Services
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Mar 25, 2025
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Kelly Hancock
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