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Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) Voucher Program - Memorandum of Understanding
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Approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) for a collaboration to provide services and housing to youth and young adults aging out foster care.
Under the FYI program, housing authorities may seek housing vouchers on a non-competitive basis in partnership with state child welfare agencies that will ensure the provision of supportive services to assist youth and young adults as they transition from foster care into adulthood.
Further, the Court authorizes the County Judge to sign the MOU and any documents to effectuate the MOU after final review and approval of the District Attorney’s Office