Read SB 1987 Read HB 3281 Read HB 116 Latest Updates April 28th: HB 3281 Voted favorably from committee as substituted House Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence April 28th: HB 3281 Called from subcommittee to House Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence April 25th: HB 116 passed the House with 136 yeas and 0 nays. April 24th: HB 116 Was heard in the House and passed 3rd reading. April 22nd: HB 3281 was heard in the House Subcommittee. April 8th: HB 116 was called from Subcommittee to the House Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence Committee and voted [...]

Read SB 1971 Read HB 3758 Latest Updates April 14th: HB 3758 was heard in the House Subcommittee on Family and Fiduciary Relationships. March 26th: HB 3758 was introduced and referred to the House Subcommittee on Familly and Fiduciary Relationships. March 17th: SB 1971 was introduced and referred to the Senate Jurisprudence Committee. About the CPS Evidence Bill Bill Authors: SB 1971 was filed by Senator Mayes Middleton, and HB 3758 was filed by Representative Nate Schatzline. Why It's Necessary: This bill addresses significant deficiencies in the quality of evidence CPS currently [...]

Throughout April, bright pinwheels line our sidewalks, symbolizing happy and healthy childhoods. They feel right at home in the springtime, but behind their cheery appearance lies a deeper meaning. These pinwheels are a national symbol for Child Abuse Prevention Month, representing the innocence of children and the bright futures they deserve. But there’s a paradox hidden within this symbol: while these pinwheels stand for child protection and safety, the very systems meant to safeguard children sometimes cause harm to the families they’re intended to protect. This paradox lies in the tension between protecting children and the unintended consequences of the [...]

Read SB 2052 Read HB 4656 Latest Update April 18th: SB 2052 is set to be heard in the Senate, and HB 4656 is set to be heard in the House Subcommittee on Family and Fiduciary Relationships on April 22nd. April 9th: SB 2052 was voted out of the Senate Committee with a unanimous vote. April 3: HB 4656 was introduced and referred to the House Subcommittee on Family and Fiduciary Relationships March 26: SB 2052 bill was heard in the Senate Jurisprudence Committee. About the Parental Rights Constitutional Amendment Bill Authors: Senator [...]

Read HJR 112 Read SJR 34 Latest Update April 9th: The Parental Rights Amendment was voted out of the House Judicial and Civil Jurisprudence Committee with a unanimous vote. March 21: The Parental Rights Amendment (SJR 34/HJR 112) had a hearing, and Jeremy Newman, VP of Policy and Engagement, testified in support of the amendment. It then passed the Texas Senate with a unanimous 31-0 vote! This critical amendment safeguards parents' authority to raise their children, free from interference by unelected federal judges. About the Parental Rights Constitutional Amendment Bill Authors: Senator [...]

As the Texas legislative session progresses, the Family Freedom Project (FFP) continues to champion critical bills designed to strengthen parental rights and reform flawed child welfare laws. Here’s a look at the key legislation FFP has worked with lawmakers and other like-minded organizations and and update on where these bills currently stand. Parental Rights Amendment Passes Senate Floor (SJR 34/HJR 112) And Is Heard in House Committee The Parental Rights Amendment, SJR 34/HJR 112, is making significant strides, having passed through the Texas Senate. If approved by the House and subsequently ratified, this amendment would enshrine parental rights in the [...]