HB 2632

Relating to the definition of child neglect and to the appointment of the Department of Family and Protective Services and a child's parent or legal guardian as joint managing conservators of the child.

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Free Enterprise

Property Rights

Personal Responsibility

Limited Government

Individual Liberty

Digest

HB 2632 modifies the legal definition of child neglect and provides a pathway for the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) to become a joint managing conservator of children with severe emotional disturbances when parents lack access to necessary mental health services. The bill ensures that parents are not accused of neglect solely due to financial barriers preventing them from obtaining psychiatric care for their children.

Author (1)

Elizabeth Campos

Contact the Author

Rep. Elizabeth Campos

Capitol Phone:

(512) 463-0452

Capitol Office:

EXT E2.422

E-Mail:

[email protected]

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