The bill proposes the establishment of the Texas Adoption Assistance Program, which aims to support the adoption of Texas children by providing financial assistance to adoptive parents for adoption-related expenses. The program will be administered by the comptroller and will include the certification of organizations that meet specific eligibility requirements to participate in the program. These certified organizations will be responsible for soliciting donations and awarding adoption assistance grants to eligible parents, who must meet certain criteria, including income limits and residency requirements.

Key provisions of the bill include definitions of terms related to the program, the establishment of eligibility requirements for both organizations and parents, and the maximum amounts of grants available based on household income. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of certified organizations, including compliance with audit requirements and the distribution of funds. Additionally, it allows for state matching funds to support the grants awarded by certified organizations, ensuring that financial assistance is available to those in need. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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