One of the big issues before the ongoing 85th Legislative Session is to come up with a fix for the state's foster care system and Child Protective Services. Governor Greg Abbott is asking religious groups to step in. Others want the reinstatement of a degree requirement for CPS workers.
Legislatively, what is happening to improve the state's child welfare system? What's the bottom-line fix for Texas children facing abuse and neglect?
Guests:
- Rep. Ina Minjarez, Texas District 124
- Annette Rodriguez, President and CEO of The Children's Shelter
- Katie Olse, Executive Director for the Texas Alliance for Child and Family Services
- Kathy Friend, foster mom for 18+ years for infants born with substances in their system