How should an LCPAA ensure compliance with child welfare laws in the Texas Family Code?

• A. Stay updated on Family Code provisions.
• B. Implement policies that reflect those requirements, but never train staff.
• C. Train staff inconsistently, and do not update policies.
• D. Stay updated on Family Code provisions, implement policies reflecting those requirements, and train staff accordingly.

Answer: (D)

Compliance with child welfare laws requires an integrated approach: stay updated on the Family Code, turn those provisions into clear agency policies, and train staff so they can apply them in daily work. Keeping current ensures you know what the law requires; policies translate those requirements into concrete rules for the agency; training ensures every staff member understands how to implement those rules and document adherence. Relying on updates alone leaves gaps, and implementing policies without training leaves staff unsure how to apply them, while training without current policies or updates risks outdated or inconsistent practices.