The bill, S.B. No. 2583, amends the Health and Safety Code to designate specific facilities for the treatment of emotionally disturbed juveniles. The current law references the "Waco Center for Youth," which is being replaced with the term "designated facilities." This change allows for a broader range of facilities to be recognized for providing residential treatment to juveniles who are either admitted under Subtitle C or are under the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the department provide appropriate education services at these designated facilities without charge, funded by appropriated resources. It also stipulates that clients not residing in the local school district may receive educational services from that district only with prior approval from the superintendent. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if that vote is not achieved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 554.001, Health and Safety Code 554.002 (Health and Safety Code 554)