DFPS holds public meetings to get input on DFPS programs and initiatives. These forums are open to everyone. Click on the links below to get information about upcoming meetings or updates on past meetings.
Family and Protective Services Council Meetings
The Family and Protective Services Council advises the Commissioner regarding management and operation of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Meeting Dates & Details | Rulemaking | Past Meetings |Video Archive
Child Protective Investigations Advisory Committee
House Bill 140 directs the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) to establish this advisory committee to strengthen the accuracy, consistency, and fairness of investigations into allegations of child abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The committee is charged with advising DFPS on developing and standardizing investigative policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with due process requirements, enhancing engagement models with legal advocates and judiciary, improving training for investigative personnel, and establishing data-informed models for conducting investigations. The committee will also provide a forum for public input and identify and address barriers to consistent implementation of investigative standards statewide.
Child Protective Investigations Advisory Committee details
Advisory Committee Meetings
DFPS maintains several advisory committees to get feedback, study important issues, and develop new ways to better serve the vulnerable citizens of Texas. These committees meet on a regular basis.
Advisory Committee Meeting details
Adoption and Foster Care Meetings
There is no charge to attend a foster or adopt information meeting in your area, and you do not have to make a reservation. The foster care and adoption information meetings are open to the public.
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