Texas Family Code - FAM § 161.108. Release of Child From Hospital or Birthing Center

(a) Before or at the time an affidavit of relinquishment of parental rights under Section 161.103 is executed, the mother of a newborn child may authorize the release of the child from the hospital or birthing center to a licensed child-placing agency, the Department of Family and Protective Services, or another designated person.

(b) A release under this section must be:

(c) A hospital or birthing center shall comply with the terms of a release executed under this section without requiring a court order.