Foster Care Reforms Approved in Texas Senate

The Texas Senate today approved SB 69 by Senator Nelson to improve support of foster families and help foster children better transition into adulthood. A Senate panel also approved SB 493, expanding the tuition exemption from age 21 to 25 for foster children. "Our foster children are becoming homeless as they age out of system in alarming numbers. We need to provide better support to these children to give them the best possible chance to lead successful, responsible and fulfilling lives," Senator Nelson said.