Texas Child Protection Law Bench Book

2024 version: As effective October 1, 2024

F. Child Placement Resources Form

The court shall require all parties present at the Status Hearing to file a Child Placement Resources Form, if they have not already done so. Tex. Fam. Code § 263.201(c).

The court shall inquire from all parties whether the child has had the opportunity to provide information regarding potential caregivers and whether individuals identified by the child are listed on the proposed Child Placement Resources Form. Tex. Fam. Code § 263.202(h).

If the child has been placed with a relative or designated caregiver, the court shall inform the individual serving as a placement for the child of the ability to become a licensed foster parent and apply for a Permanency Care Assistance (PCA) program. Tex. Fam. Code § 263.202(i).