Relating to the establishment of a crisis nursery facility pilot program by the Health and Human Services Commission.

HB 5452 establishes a pilot program in Bexar County to create crisis nursery facilities, which provide temporary childcare for children during family crises (such as domestic violence or stress) when parents need brief respite. The Health and Human Services Commission will create licensing rules for these facilities and award grants to local municipalities or nonprofits in Bexar County that meet specific criteria, including demonstrating high need for emergency care and having a detailed operational plan. Applicants must show capacity to meet safety standards, detail how funds will be used, and include a strategy for connecting families to long-term support services. The program aims to prevent child removals and improve family stability through structured temporary care.