Honorable Charles Schwertner, Chair, Senate Committee on Health & Human Services
FROM:
Ursula Parks, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB2070 by Thompson, Senfronia (Relating to the waiver of notification and hearing requirements for certain foster homes that provide shelter to victims of human trafficking.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend Chapter 42 of the Human Resources Code as it relates to the public notice and hearing requirements for licensing certain foster homes. The bill would allow the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) to waive the notice and hearing requirements for an applicant meeting certain criteria. DFPS indicates the provisions of the bill can be implemented within existing resources.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.