In FY2017, Texas Child Protective Services (CPS) removed 19,782 children from their homes. From November 2016 to November 2017, removals increased 18.1%. More children are entering foster care than exiting (3% more in FY2016, 5% more in FY2017), contributing to a crisis in foster care capacity and increasing the state’s reliance on congregate care.
Criminal Justice
Accountability, Transparency, and Public Safety: A Conservative Approach to Bail Bond Oversight
Texas’s fragmented bail system lacks oversight, allowing bondsmen to profit while repeat offenders cycle through release with little accountability. Statewide regulation would strengthen enforcement, improve data transparency, and better protect public safety across counties. Key Points The current regulations for bondsmen in Texas provides limited oversight and a lack of consistency, leading to incongruous enforcement...
July 27, 2026