Relating to information made available to a relative or other designated caregiver.

SB 576 requires Texas child welfare agencies to provide written information to relatives or designated caregivers when a child is placed with them. The bill mandates that caregivers receive clear details about: (1) becoming a verified foster home through a licensed agency, (2) financial differences between verified and unverified status, (3) Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program qualifications and benefits, and (4) other available financial support. This applies directly to relatives or non-parent caregivers caring for children in state custody. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, aiming to improve transparency about support options.