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SB 1987

Relating to procedures and grounds for termination of the parent-child relationship.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Bob Hall and 1 co-sponsor

SB 1987 modifies Texas termination of parental rights procedures and legal grounds, currently in Senate committee review.

Referred to Jurisprudence
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Bill Summary · SB 1987

Legislative bill overview

SB 1987 modifies Texas law governing the termination of parental rights and parent-child relationships. The bill adjusts the legal procedures and grounds under which parental rights can be ended in the state. As of its latest action, the bill is under review by the Senate Jurisprudence Committee.

Why is this important

Changes to termination of parental rights laws directly affect families, child welfare outcomes, and the balance between protecting children and preserving family units. Texas family law modifications can set precedent and influence how similar cases are handled across the state's court system, impacting thousands of families annually.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of grounds for termination: Depending on specific language, expanding or restricting which circumstances allow parental rights termination could be controversial—some may see broader grounds as child-protective while others view them as overreaching state intervention
  • Due process protections: Changes to procedures could affect whether parents receive adequate legal protection and opportunity to contest termination, raising constitutional concerns
  • Child welfare versus family preservation: Balancing the state's interest in protecting children against preserving family relationships, especially regarding what evidence triggers termination proceedings

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

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