Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB703

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
3/13/09  
Voted on by Senate
3/19/09  
Out of House Committee
5/18/09  
Voted on by House
5/26/09  
Governor Action
6/19/09  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Enrolled
5/29/09  

Caption

Relating to the provision of a certified copy of a birth certificate for certain minors receiving services from the Department of Family and Protective Services and to the amendment of birth and death certificates.

Impact

The implementation of SB703 would require the Department of State Health Services to enter into a memorandum of understanding with DFPS. This agreement would facilitate the reimbursement for the costs associated with verifying birth information and providing copies of birth records. The bill stipulates that no fee will be charged for these services for minors in DFPS conservatorship under specific circumstances, effectively making it a resource available to children in vulnerable situations without additional financial burden.

Summary

SB703 focuses on improving the process for providing certified copies of birth certificates for minors within the care of the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). The bill aims to streamline the verification and provision of birth records, particularly for children whose parental rights have been terminated and who are eligible for adoption. This would remove financial barriers in accessing essential documentation for these children, thereby assisting in the adoption process and their placement in stable homes.

Contention

There may be varying opinions regarding the implications of SB703. Supporters argue that the bill is a necessary step towards ensuring that children in foster care and those eligible for adoption can easily access their birth records, which are crucial for their identity and legal status. However, some concerns may arise regarding the resources required to implement these changes within the respective departments and whether adequate systems will be in place to manage this new process efficiently.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB162

Relating to the required inclusion of a person's sex on a birth certificate and prohibited change of sex on the birth certificate of certain minors.

TX HB1952

Relating to the required inclusion of a person's sex on a birth certificate and prohibited change of sex on the birth certificate of certain minors.

TX SB1341

Relating to the application review process for certain delayed birth certificates.

TX HB3612

Relating to the citizenship status of and the form of birth certificates for certain children born in this state.

TX SB1849

Relating to an interagency reportable conduct search engine, standards for a person's removal from the employee misconduct registry and eligibility for certification as certain Texas Juvenile Justice Department officers and employees, and the use of certain information by certain state agencies to conduct background checks.

TX SB24

Relating to the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and the transfer to the commission of certain powers and duties from the Department of Family and Protective Services.

TX SB545

Relating to death records maintained and provided by the vital statistics unit of the Department of State Health Services.

TX SB2035

Relating to the issuance of certain anticipation notes and certificates of obligation.

TX SB2109

Relating to the appointment of a guardian ad litem in certain suits filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.

TX HB968

Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.