Enrolled Bill Summary

Senate Bill 1931	Senate Author:  Garcia et al.
Effective:  9-1-15	House Sponsor:  Thompson, Senfronia

            Senate Bill 1931 amends the Family Code to revise requirements relating to mandatory court appointment of an attorney ad litem to represent a parent in a child protection suit. The bill also establishes a court's authority to appoint an attorney ad litem to represent a parent for a limited period before commencement of the full adversary hearing and establishes the duties of an attorney ad litem so appointed.