Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 749 - MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR CHILD-PLACING AGENCIES
Subchapter M - FOSTER HOMES: SCREENINGS AND VERIFICATIONS
Division 7 - NORMALCY
Section 749.2607 - Who makes the decision regarding a foster child's participation in childhood activities?

Universal Citation: 26 TX Admin Code § 749.2607

Current through Reg. 50, No. 13; March 28, 2025

(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (c) of this section, a foster parent makes decisions regarding a child's participation in childhood activities.

(b) When making decisions regarding a foster child's participation in childhood activities, the foster parent must follow the reasonable and prudent parent standard.

(c) The service plan may not require the prior approval of the parent before the foster parent may consent to a foster child's participation in childhood activities. However, if the parent provides notice in advance that the child is prohibited from participating in a specific activity, the foster parent must follow the parent's decision.

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