Texas Bills

passed · Texas · House May 25, 2025

HR 1182: Commending Judith Bujanda for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Mary E. González.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law), commending Judith Bujanda, a senior at Americas High School in El Paso, for her work as a legislative intern in State Representative Mary E. González’s office. It recognizes her duties handling correspondence, tracking legislation, and her involvement in community service and academic programs like the Libertas Academy. The resolution formally praises her contributions and includes a copy for her as a gesture of appreciation. It does not create new laws, policies, or funding.

passed · Texas · House May 25, 2025

HR 1289: Commending Nathan Micheal Sullivan of Arlington for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Chris Turner.

HR 1289 is a symbolic resolution commending Nathan Micheal Sullivan, a legislative aide in State Representative Chris Turner's office during the 89th Texas Legislative Session. It recognizes Sullivan's work handling scheduling, stakeholder meetings, policy input on education and transportation, and his role as an assistant clerk. The resolution formally expresses the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation and will provide Sullivan with an official copy as a gesture of recognition. This is a non-binding commemorative resolution with no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or regulations.

passed · Texas · House May 25, 2025

HR 1163: Congratulating Joshua Rodriguez of Horizon High School on winning a silver medal at the 2025 UIL Wrestling State Tournament.

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1163) passed by the Texas House of Representatives on May 23, 2025, to congratulate Joshua Rodriguez, a Horizon High School senior. It specifically recognizes his silver medal win in the 5A 285-pound wrestling class at the 2025 UIL State Tournament. The resolution serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the Texas House, with a copy to be provided to Rodriguez. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or legal effect.

passed · Texas · House May 25, 2025

HR 1234: Commending Julissa Esquivel for her contributions as principal of Lorenzo G. Alarcon Primary School.

HR 1234 is a ceremonial resolution commending Julissa Esquivel for her service as principal of Lorenzo G. Alarcon Primary School in San Elizario. It does not create new policies or affect any group beyond recognizing her individual contributions. The resolution formally expresses the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation for her work fostering a supportive educational environment. As a non-binding commemorative measure, it has no legal effect or practical impact beyond the symbolic gesture.

passed · Texas · House May 25, 2025

HR 1125: Commemorating the 94th anniversary of the birth of former state representative Irma Rangel.

This resolution (HR 1125) commemorates the 94th anniversary of the birth of former Texas State Representative Irma Rangel. It honors her legacy as the first Mexican American woman elected to the Texas Legislature (1976), highlighting her work on absentee voting, domestic violence support, education programs for mothers, and the top 10% college admission law. The resolution, adopted by the Texas House, requests the Legislature to recognize her contributions and encourages Texans to learn about her impact. It has no policy effect - this is a symbolic gesture of recognition, not a law changing regulations or funding.

passed · Texas · House May 25, 2025

HB 220: Relating to the care provided to sexual assault survivors by health care facilities.

HB 220 requires Texas healthcare facilities treating sexual assault survivors to provide specific care standards. It mandates: forensic medical exams per state codes, private waiting areas, access to sexual assault advocates (if available), crisis center contact information, private treatment rooms (if available), STI prophylaxis when needed, free showers (if facilities offer them), and emergency contraception with consent and clinical indication. The bill directly affects sexual assault survivors seeking medical care and healthcare facilities across Texas. If passed, these requirements would take effect September 1, 2025.

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passed · Texas · House May 25, 2025

HR 1183: Commending Nicole Zamora for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Mary E. González.

This is a symbolic resolution (not a substantive bill) commending Nicole Zamora, a high school student and legislative intern in State Representative Mary E. González's office. It recognizes her academic achievements, community volunteer work (including with El Pasoans Fighting Hunger), and contributions to the representative's office - such as drafting resolutions and tracking news - without creating any new laws or policies. The resolution was adopted by the Texas House of Representatives and will be presented to Ms. Zamora as a formal expression of appreciation.

passed · Texas · House May 25, 2025

HB 3395: Relating to authorizing a beneficiary designation that transfers a manufactured home classified as personal property at the owner's death.

HB 3395 allows owners of manufactured homes classified as personal property (not real estate) in Texas to designate beneficiaries to automatically transfer ownership upon their death. The bill creates a new legal mechanism enabling owners to name beneficiaries via a simple designation under existing Occupations Code rules, without needing a will. This beneficiary designation is revocable anytime by the owner, overrides any conflicting will provisions, and does not require beneficiary acceptance or notice during the owner's lifetime. It specifically applies to joint owners with right of survivorship, requiring all joint owners to agree on the designation.

passed · Texas · Senate May 25, 2025

SB 3062: Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 315 in Panola County as the Hamby-Webb Memorial Highway.

SB 3062 designates a specific segment of State Highway 315 in Panola County as the "Hamby-Webb Memorial Highway." This segment runs between Highway 315's intersection with the western Panola County line and its intersection with the western municipal boundary of Carthage. The bill requires the Texas Department of Transportation to install markers at both ends of the highway and at appropriate intermediate points along the designated stretch, in addition to any existing designations. The measure takes effect September 1, 2025, and is purely a commemorative naming action with no fiscal or regulatory impact.

passed · Texas · House May 25, 2025

HR 1149: Commemorating the 60th anniversary of Project BRAVO in El Paso County.

HR 1149 is a resolution passed by the Texas House of Representatives to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Project BRAVO, a community action agency in El Paso County established in 1965. The resolution recognizes Project BRAVO's work providing services like career guidance, utility assistance, health care resources, and housing programs to low-income residents in El Paso County. It formally congratulates the organization on its 60 years of service and directs that an official copy of the resolution be sent to Project BRAVO as a gesture of recognition. This is a symbolic gesture with no new legal requirements or funding impacts.

passed · Texas · House May 25, 2025

HR 1161: Congratulating the Americas High School cheer team on winning a national title at the 2025 America's Cheerleading Cup Championship.

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1161) passed by the Texas House of Representatives on May 23, 2025, congratulating the Americas High School cheer team for winning the 2025 America's Cheerleading Cup Championship. It recognizes their national title victory in Orlando, Florida, and acknowledges their teamwork, coaching, and community pride. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies - it is purely symbolic, with a formal copy to be presented to the team as a gesture of recognition.

passed · Texas · House May 25, 2025

HR 1236: Commending Richard Salcido for his contributions as principal of Ann M. Garcia-Enriquez Middle School.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) commending Richard Salcido for his service as principal of Ann M. Garcia-Enriquez Middle School in San Elizario. It recognizes his contributions to students, faculty, and the school's educational environment. The resolution formally expresses the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation and extends best wishes to Mr. Salcido. It has no legal effect or policy impact - it is solely a gesture of recognition.

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