The bill, S.B. No. 2033, amends Section 264.155(a) of the Family Code to establish new contract requirements for single source continuum contractors providing community-based care services in Texas. Key provisions include the establishment of a timeline for implementing case management and family reunification support services, conditions for data access, and the creation of a unified training process for alternative caregivers. Additionally, the bill mandates that contractors maintain a diverse network of service providers, allows the Department of Family and Protective Services to conduct performance reviews, and provides for financial penalties or incentives based on performance outcomes.

Notably, the bill introduces new requirements for contractors, including the obligation to give employment preference to impacted department employees, develop community engagement plans, and comply with applicable court orders. Furthermore, it adds a provision allowing the department to implement formal measures to ensure high-quality service delivery, which may include quality improvement plans and financial interventions. The changes will apply only to contracts entered into or modified after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Family Code 264.155 (Family Code 264)