Relating to the best interest of the child in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.

SB 2855 clarifies that courts must always prioritize the "best interest of the child" as the primary consideration in custody decisions within cases involving government agencies (like child welfare services) under Texas Family Code. It does not create new standards but explicitly reaffirms the existing legal requirement for judges handling these specific cases. The bill affects Texas family courts and government entities filing suit under Subtitle E of the Family Code. It takes effect September 1, 2025, and serves only to clarify current law, not change policy.