Rep. Jessica González

Maddy summaryHB 2516, the Chris Larkin ALS Act, requires Texas insurers to offer Medicare supplement plans (Medigap) to people under 65 who qualify for Medicare due to disability, end-stage renal disease, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). It mandates that these individuals receive the same coverage and premium rates as those 65 and older for standard plans (A, B, D), with non-standard plans capped at 200% of the 65+ rate. The bill creates a six-month enrollment window starting when a qualifying individual first enrolls in Medicare Part B, during which insurers cannot deny coverage, charge more for health conditions, or impose waiting periods. This law directly affects Texans under 65 with qualifying medical conditions who rely on Medicare, ensuring equitable access to supplemental insurance without medical underwriting. The bill became effective immediately on June 20, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands criminal penalties for cruelty to nonlivestock animals (such as pets and wildlife) by defining specific prohibited acts, including torture, abandonment, failure to provide care, cruel transport, and causing injury without consent. It creates a legal defense for veterinarians and their assistants acting within their professional duties, shielding them from prosecution for negligence during routine care. The law applies only to offenses committed on or after September 1, 2025, and does not affect existing penalties for cruelty involving livestock animals. This amendment clarifies prosecutable conduct while providing professional protection for veterinary staff.

Maddy summaryHB 46 modifies Texas' Compassionate-Use Program by requiring dispensing organizations to register certain personnel. The bill mandates that directors, owners, managers, and employees of these organizations must register with the state department, adding this as a requirement for licensing. It specifically amends the Health and Safety Code to include registration as a condition for operating a dispensing organization under the program. The law, signed by the governor on June 20, 2025, takes effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific segment of U.S. Highway 67 in Dallas and Ellis Counties - between U.S. Highway 287 and Interstate 20 - as the "Eddie Bernice Johnson Memorial Highway." It requires the Texas Department of Transportation to install markers at each end of the highway and at intermediate sites along the route, in addition to any existing designations. The bill has no policy or operational changes beyond this ceremonial naming, which honors the late Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson. It became law on June 20, 2025, and takes effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 2 amends Texas education law to change how public school districts and charter schools compensate teachers. It requires schools to implement performance-based pay systems where teacher salaries differentiate based on appraisals, prohibits routine across-the-board raises, and mandates that all teachers be eligible for designations like "master" or "exemplary" based on evaluations. The bill also establishes criteria for districts to qualify for enhanced teacher incentive funding, including strategic evaluation systems for principals and placing highly effective teachers at high-need campuses. This directly affects school districts, charter schools, and classroom teachers by restructuring compensation and evaluation practices.

Maddy summaryHB 107 establishes a statewide sickle cell disease registry under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 52B. It requires hospitals and other treatment facilities to submit patient data to the state health department, creating a centralized database of all sickle cell disease cases in Texas. The registry must include case records and additional relevant information to aid in treatment and research, with strict confidentiality protections for patients under federal privacy laws. The department will analyze the data, publish findings for medical professionals and the public, and submit annual reports to the legislature. This affects all Texas healthcare facilities treating sickle cell disease patients and ensures patient data is securely managed for medical advancement.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Desirae Garcia for her service as a legislative aide in State Representative Jessica González's office and as director of the Texas House LGBTQ Caucus during the 89th Legislative Session. It recognizes her work supporting legislative strategy, advancing LGBTQ+ initiatives, managing caucus programs, and handling communications. The Texas House formally adopted this resolution on June 1, 2025, to express appreciation for her contributions. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact and serves solely to honor her service.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1400) commending Charles Birk Wilkison for his service as chief of staff to State Representative Jessica González during the 89th Texas Legislature. It recognizes his contributions to state government, including his role in shaping legislative agendas and managing office operations, as well as his prior work with the Texas Democratic Party and political campaigns. The resolution formally expresses the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation for his "skill and dedication" and includes a copy for Wilkison as a gesture of respect. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or binding effect.

Maddy summaryHR 1397 is a resolution passed by the Texas House of Representatives to commend Joanna Contreras for her service as legislative director in State Representative Jessica González's office during the 89th Legislative Session. The resolution recognizes her work in legislative analysis, supporting the House LGBTQ Caucus, and assisting in the passage of House Bill 1203. It was adopted by the House on June 1, 2025, and includes a formal expression of appreciation for her contributions to the legislative agenda. This is a symbolic gesture with no policy impact, as it does not create new laws or alter government functions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends Yanet Andablo for her service as a legislative aide in State Representative Jessica González's office during the 89th Texas Legislative Session. It recognizes her work managing communications, analyzing legislation, supporting the Texas House LGBTQ Caucus, and her educational background in political science. The Texas House of Representatives passed this non-binding resolution to express appreciation for her contributions and extend best wishes for her future law school studies and career in criminal defense.