Texas
Established in 1999, CDF-Texas has connected more than one million children and youth to affordable health care, supported Texas youth in pursuing education and personal growth, and advocated for resources that nurture the next generation of leaders. Today, we advocate for policies benefiting Texas families, provide essential resources, and amplify the voices of youth, families, and communities.
Policy Priorities in Texas
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Texas
Tell Congress: #FreeFamilies now!
Stand with Children’s Defense Fund-Texas and urge Congress to protect children and families from harmful cuts to essential programs.…
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Immigration
CDF-TX Resources for Immigrants & Allies
June 16, 2026 — Children’s Defense Fund-Texas provides a comprehensive immigrant safety and preparedness guide for individuals, families, allies, educators, and service providers. It brings together practical tools and legal resources to help people navigate immigration enforcement, detention, and deportation risks.…
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Youth, Immigration Advocates to Gather at TX State Capitol for ‘Free Families Vigil’
May 19, 2026 – The event takes place during the National Day of Action to Free Families, which will feature several similar events happening across the country protesting the practice of family detention across the United States.…
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CDF-Texas: Proposed Rule Change Could Threaten Housing Security for Thousands of TX Children
The federal government estimates that its proposed rule change could threaten the housing of 36,000 eligible children living in immigrant and mixed-status households nationwide. Nearly a quarter of impacted families live in Texas.…
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Bellaire/Houston Office
2617 Bissonnet, Suite 215 Houston, TX 77005 p: (713) 664-4080
Rio Grande Valley Office
113 Pecan Blvd., Room 109 McAllen, TX 78501 p: (956) 687-5437
East Texas Office
5610 Old Bullard Road, Suite 202 Tyler, TX 75703 p: (903) 253-8325
Austin Office
6100 Berkman Dr Austin, TX 78723 p: (512) 333-4961