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SB 849

Relating to orders providing for the conservatorship of or possession of and access to a child by the child's parents in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Mayes Middleton

Texas bill modifying conservatorship and custody procedures in family court cases involving parental disputes over child possession and access rights.

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Bill Summary · SB 849

Legislative bill overview

SB 849 modifies Texas family law procedures governing conservatorship, possession, and access arrangements in cases involving parent-child relationships. The bill adjusts how courts handle custody and visitation orders when parents contest arrangements in family law litigation.

Why is this important

Conservatorship and custody determinations directly affect millions of Texas children and parents annually, influencing living arrangements, decision-making authority, and visitation rights. Changes to these procedures can significantly impact how quickly courts resolve disputes and what factors judges consider when determining children's best interests.

Potential points of contention

  • Specificity of changes unclear – The bill's exact modifications to existing conservatorship law are not detailed in the summary provided, making it difficult to assess whether changes favor joint custody, sole custody, or parental rights generally
  • Family law complexity – Custody law involves competing interests (parental rights, child welfare, domestic violence protections) that different stakeholders prioritize differently
  • Implementation questions – How courts will apply new standards and whether the changes create barriers or facilitate resolution for certain family situations remains undefined

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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