ADOPTION SOUGHT BY MILITARY SERVICE MEMBER.

Tex. FAM Code § 162.0025.
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In a suit for adoption, the fact that a petitioner is a member of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Texas National Guard or the National Guard of another state, or a member of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States may not be considered by the court, or any person performing an adoption evaluation or home screening, as a negative factor in determining whether the adoption is in the best interest of the child or whether the petitioner would be a suitable parent. Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 768 (H.B. 3537 ), Sec. 1, eff. June 15, 2007.
Source: TX Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Fetched: 6/29/2026

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