| (a) If the child is at least four years old, you must
interview the child in a developmentally appropriate manner.
(b) If the child is younger than four years old, you
must observe the child.
(c) You must include a summary of all assessments and
available information about the child, including the child's:
(1) Health, Social, Educational, and Genetic History
Report (HSEGH), if completed. Family Code §162.005 requires the
HSEGH to be prepared by the person or entity placing the child for
adoption, but does not require a HSEGH if the petitioner for adoption
is the child's grandparent, stepparent, aunt, or uncle by birth, marriage
or prior adoption;
(2) History of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse,
including substance abuse history;
(3) Current physical, mental, and emotional status,
including any special needs;
(4) History of any previous placements, including the
date and reason for placement;
(5) Understanding of adoptive placement; and
(6) Legal status.
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| Source Note: The provisions of this §735.303 adopted to be effective March 1, 2016, 41 TexReg 1489; transferred effective May 1, 2018, as published in the Texas Register April 13, 2018, 43 TexReg 2289 |
