Standards & Policies Archives - Texas CASA

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Dual-Status

Standards & Policies

Dual-Status Law – SB 2049

In 2018, the Supreme Court of Texas Children’s Commission created the Dual Status Task Force (DSTF). One of the things they studied was exploring the roles of attorneys and guardians […]

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Program Leadership & Administration

Standards & Policies

Texas CASA Standards for Local CASA/GAL Programs

Texas CASA Standards outline the rules and requirements for the operation and advocacy of local CASA programs. As announced on May 14, we were still awaiting guidance from National CASA […]

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STAR

Standards & Policies

GAL Powers & Duties in the Family Code

Sec. 107.002. POWERS AND DUTIES OF GUARDIAN AD LITEM FOR CHILD.

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