Relating to special appointments in suits affecting the parent-child relationship.

SB 323 creates a new "amicus attorney" role in Texas family court cases involving parent-child relationships (like custody disputes). This court-appointed attorney, distinct from the child's own legal representative, focuses solely on advocating for the child's best interests by interviewing the child (age 4+), investigating case facts, and making recommendations to the court. The bill requires these attorneys to have child advocacy training, grants them rights to attend proceedings and receive case documents, and provides legal immunity for actions taken in good faith while representing the child. It amends the Family Code to define this role, outline specific duties, and clarify protections for attorneys acting in this capacity.