The bill proposes the establishment of the Texas Adoption Assistance Program, which aims to support adoptive parents by providing financial assistance for adoption-related expenses. It introduces a new subchapter in the Family Code, specifically Subchapter I, which outlines definitions, program administration, eligibility requirements for organizations and parents, and the process for awarding adoption assistance grants. The comptroller is tasked with overseeing the program, including the certification of organizations that can participate and distribute funds.

Key provisions include the definition of terms such as "adoption assistance grant" and "eligible parent," as well as the criteria for organizations seeking certification. The bill specifies that certified organizations must comply with certain operational standards, including conducting annual audits and ensuring that a significant portion of donations is allocated to grants. Additionally, it establishes income thresholds for parents to qualify for assistance and outlines the maximum grant amounts based on household income. The program is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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