H.B. No. 4869 proposes amendments to the Texas Family Code regarding the modification of court orders related to child support based on parental child safety placement agreements or authorization agreements with adult caregivers. The bill allows a person who has physical possession of a child to receive and manage child support payments if certain conditions are met, including voluntary relinquishment of care by the managing conservator, incarceration, or entering into specific agreements with adult caregivers. Notably, the bill removes the requirement that the person must have had physical possession of the child for at least six months before being eligible for support modifications.

Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions that establish a temporary nature for modifications based on parental child safety placement agreements, which will last for 90 days unless otherwise specified. It also mandates that courts prioritize hearings on motions related to these agreements within 30 days of filing. The bill outlines updated procedures for serving motions and legal documents electronically, including the requirement for a signed certificate of service. This legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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