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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 85(R)

House Bill 1608

House Author:  Minjarez

Effective:  6-15-17

Senate Sponsor:  Uresti


            House Bill 1608 amends the Family Code to require the Department of Family and Protective Services to establish a summer internship pilot program that provides foster youth with the opportunity to develop marketable job skills and obtain professional work experience through a summer internship with a participating business, nonprofit organization, or governmental entity.