Text of section effective on April 01, 2025
Sec. 546.0202.  POLICY STATEMENT.  It is the policy of this state to strive to ensure that the basic needs for safety, security, and stability are met for each child in this state. A successful family is the most efficient and effective way to meet those needs.  This state and local communities must work together to provide encouragement and support for well-functioning families and ensure that each child receives the benefits of being a part of a successful permanent family as soon as possible.
Added by Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 769 (H.B. 4611), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2025.