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TX HB5539
TX HB5539Relating to the provision of adoption cost information by a licensed child-placing agency.
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Introduced
03/14/2025
03/14/2025
In Committee
04/25/2025
04/25/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to the provision of adoption cost information by a licensed child-placing agency.
AI Summary
This bill requires licensed child-placing agencies in Texas to provide detailed adoption cost information on their websites, specifically mandating an itemized list of all expenses associated with adoption. The new law, which will be added to Section 162.605 of the Texas Family Code, aims to increase transparency for prospective adoptive parents by ensuring they can easily access a comprehensive breakdown of potential adoption-related costs directly from the agency's online platform. The requirement will take effect on September 1, 2025, giving child-placing agencies time to prepare and update their websites with the required financial information. By requiring this level of detail, the bill seeks to help families better understand and plan for the financial aspects of adoption, potentially reducing financial barriers and confusion in the adoption process.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Laid on the table subject to call (on 05/13/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB5539 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HB05539H.htm |
| Analysis (House Committee Report) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/analysis/html/HB05539H.htm |
| Fiscal Note (Introduced) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/fiscalnotes/html/HB05539I.htm |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HB05539I.htm |
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