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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 April 11, 2025, the Texas CASA Board of Directors approved […]

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STAR

Standards & Policies

CASA/GAL Excerpts From the Texas Family Code

Excerpts from Title 5. The parent-child relationship and the suit affecting the parent-child relationship.

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