H.B. No. 4129 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. The bill mandates that contracts include provisions for a timeline for implementing community-based care, access to relevant department data, a unified training process for alternative caregivers, and the maintenance of a diverse network of service providers. Additionally, it allows the Department of Family and Protective Services to conduct performance reviews and impose financial penalties or incentives based on the contractor's performance outcomes. The bill also emphasizes the importance of community engagement and requires contractors to comply with applicable court orders.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new requirement for contractors to implement formal measures to ensure high-quality service delivery, including quality improvement plans and financial interventions. The changes apply only to contracts entered into or modified after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. The previous law will remain in effect for contracts established before this date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Family Code 264.155 (Family Code 264)
House Committee Report: Family Code 264.155 (Family Code 264)
Engrossed: Family Code 264.155 (Family Code 264)
Senate Committee Report: Family Code 264.155 (Family Code 264)
Enrolled: Family Code 264.155 (Family Code 264)