Yours, Mine, Ours? - Why the Texas Legislature Should Simplify Caretaker Consent Capabilities for Minor Children and the Implications of the Addition of Chapter 34 to the Texas Family Code
Texas Tech Law Review, Vol. 42, p. 987, 2010
45 Pages Posted: 17 Apr 2011 Last revised: 25 Apr 2011
Abstract
In “Yours, Mine, Ours? - Why the Texas Legislature Should Simplify Caretaker Consent Capabilities for Minor Children and the Implications of the Addition of Chapter 34 to the Texas Family Code” author John Ellis discusses the rise of the extended-care network and the evolution and dissolution of the American nuclear family. Ellis then describes the challenges for nonparent caregivers, including the need for flexible and cost-effective caregiver authorization agreements, the expanded use of power of attorney, and de facto custodian statutes.
He also examines the passage of Senate Bill 1598 and the addition of chapter 34 to the Texas Family Code. Ellis looks at the history behind the chapter and the implications of its addition. Finally, Ellis examines the proposed amendments to chapter 34. He concludes by pointing out the shortcomings in the proposed amendments and recommending amendments of his own.
JEL Classification: K19
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