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How a push to protect parental rights is reshaping Texas’ foster care system

Summary by Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by By TERRI LANGFORD/The Texas Tribune, KXXV · July 24, 2026 · 9 min read

Fresh off last years voter approval of a parental rights amendment to the states constitution, three rulings last month signal how the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services faces more scrutiny when it comes to permanently removing children from harmful and abusive...

Why this matters in Waco

As Waco residents consider adopting a cat this month, they can turn to the Humane Society of Central Texas or the Waco Animal Shelter, both of which have numerous felines waiting for a forever home. Adopting a cat not only brings joy and companionship to the owner, but also opens up a space in the shelter for another animal in need. For Baylor University students, adopting a cat can be a great way to alleviate stress and loneliness, especially during exam periods. Additionally, families with children in the Waco ISD and Midway ISD school districts can teach their kids valuable lessons about responsibility and compassion by adopting a cat. By adopting a cat, Waco residents can experience the comfort and unconditional love that comes with cat ownership, while also supporting the local animal welfare community. This can have a positive impact on the community as a whole.

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Category: government · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: KXXV · Reading time: 9 min

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How a push to protect parental rights is reshaping Texas’ foster care system

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