Release of Positive HIV result

If a child in DFPS conservatorship has tested positive for HIV infection, DFPS may notify the following parties of the child's condition:

  •   a physician, nurse, or other professional who has a legitimate need to know the information in order to provide for the child's health and welfare;

  •   a court having jurisdiction of a proceeding involving the child or a proceeding involving a person suspected of abusing the child, if requested;

  •   any person with a legal right to obtain the information pursuant to law or court order; and

  •   the child.

 DFPS Rules 40 TAC §700.1404(a)External Link

Release of Negative HIV result

If a child in DFPS conservatorship has tested negative for HIV infection, DFPS may notify the parties listed in this section and in 11521 Required Notification About a Child's HIV Status if:

  •   the party requests the information; or

  •   DFPS determines the information is needed to provide for the child's health or welfare.

DFPS Rules 40 TAC §700.1404(b)External Link