Advocacy Action Center

Your Hub for Texas child advocacy

Take a look back at past Texas Legislative Sessions to explore the resources, policy priorities, and actions that drove change #forchildren. 

Welcome to CHILDREN AT RISK’s Advocacy Action Center

We’re building on the momentum of past sessions to continue advocating for policies that create lasting change for Texas children and families. From public education to immigration, health and safety, our priorities reflect a commitment to improving outcomes and driving progress. Learn more about how our work in previous sessions has shaped Texas policy and how we’re pushing forward for even greater impact in the 89th Texas Legislative Session.

Recently from the Advocacy Team…

2026 OYYA Sunset Recommendations

Related: Click here to read all of CHILDREN AT RISK’s recommendations for the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission.Every 12 years, most Texas state agencies undergo a comprehensive review by the Sunset Advisory Commission, a process that includes staff analysis, public...

The Needs of Texas Opportunity Youth

Key Themes & Focus Group Findings CHILDREN AT RISK conducted a series of regional focus groups across Texas to better understand the lived experiences of Opportunity Youth and Young Adults (OYYA). These conversations explored access to education and workforce...

C@R Policy & Legislative Resources:

Legislative District Profiles
Opportunity Youth & Young Adults

Senate  |  House

Chronic Absenteeism

Senate  |  House

Early Childhood Education

Senate  |  House

Past Testimony short-list

S.B. 972/H.B.2294

S.B. 941/H.B. 451

S.B. 599/H.B. 4127

H.B. 3173/S.B. 1143

H.B. 491

S.B. 570

S.B. 991

H.B. 2318

 H.B. 742

H.B. 754

H.B. 213

 

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Public Policy & Law Center (PPLC)

Want to know more about Children at Risk’s Public Policy efforts?  Visit our Public Policy page to view our latest analysis, learn more about our Public Policy & Law Center, and advocacy resources beyond the Texas Legislative session.