The bill establishes the Texas Post-adoption Assistance Program, which aims to support adoptive parents by providing financial assistance for post-adoption-related expenses. The program will be administered by the comptroller and will involve the certification of organizations that meet specific eligibility requirements to participate in the program. These certified organizations will be responsible for soliciting donations and awarding post-adoption assistance grants to eligible parents. The bill outlines the definitions of key terms, eligibility criteria for both organizations and parents, and the requirements for certified organizations, including compliance with annual audits and the distribution of funds.

Additionally, the bill specifies the maximum grant amounts available to adoptive parents, which are set at $2,000 for a single child and $1,500 for each additional child adopted. It also details the allowable uses of grant money, such as for therapy, transportation for family visits, and other therapeutic activities. The comptroller is tasked with creating rules and procedures for the program's implementation and administration. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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