The bill, S.B. No. 1265, mandates the Texas Workforce Commission to enhance its support for employers in assisting their employees who are parents in accessing child care resources. It introduces a new section, 302.0064, to the Labor Code, which requires the Commission to maintain a dedicated web page on its website. This page will provide comprehensive and current information on various child-care resources, including assistance programs, best practices for employers, available tax credits, dependent care savings accounts, free tools, and relevant policies and benefits. Additionally, the page must clarify that the Commission does not provide legal advice and that employers are not obligated to adopt any policies unless mandated by other laws.

The bill stipulates that the Texas Workforce Commission must have this information available on its website by February 1, 2026, and it will take effect on September 1, 2025. This initiative aims to support working parents by equipping employers with the necessary resources to help their employees navigate child care options effectively.

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