"The “Alternatives to Abortion” program under the Texas Health and Human Services has seen a budget increase every two years since its inception. For the 2022-2023 biennial budget earlier this year, there was a 25% increase from $80 million to $100 million." 1/4
"This program addresses financial and material needs of pregnant women and parents. The website lists examples of services: Counseling, mentoring, educational information and classes on pregnancy, parenting, adoption, life skills and employment readiness." 2/4
"Material assistance, such as car seats, clothing, diapers and formula.
Care coordination through referrals to government assistance programs and other social services programs....
Housing and support services through maternity homes." 3/4
"Additionally, the budget increased the following:
$135.5 million for various mental health programs
$10.2 million for women’s health programs....
$164.2 million relating to foster care
$57.6 million for combatting human trafficking" bit.ly/3ifD9zC

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