H.B. No. 5394 is a legislative act aimed at regulating the actions of single source continuum contractors and child-placing agencies concerning relative and designated caregivers. The bill introduces a new provision in Section 264.752 of the Family Code, specifically adding Subsection (d). This new subsection prohibits these contractors and agencies from imposing any requirements on relative or designated caregivers beyond what is established by law or the rules set forth by the Department of Health and Human Services Commission. Additionally, it restricts them from adopting any policies or procedures related to these caregivers that are not authorized by law or the aforementioned department rules.

The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, following its passage in both the House and Senate with unanimous support. The intent of this legislation is to ensure that relative and designated caregivers are treated fairly and consistently, without additional burdens imposed by contractors or agencies that are not aligned with existing legal frameworks.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Family Code 264.752 (Family Code 264)
House Committee Report: Family Code 264.752 (Family Code 264)
Engrossed: Family Code 264.752 (Family Code 264)
Senate Committee Report: Family Code 264.752 (Family Code 264)
Enrolled: Family Code 264.752 (Family Code 264)