Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer

Maddy summaryHB 88 modifies Texas tax law to adjust how voter-approval tax rates are calculated for taxing units (like counties or cities) located in large federally declared disaster areas. It defines a "large disaster area taxing unit" as a county covering at least three counties in a Stafford Act disaster area, or other taxing units where most territory lies within such a county. For these units, the bill requires using the special taxing unit calculation method instead of standard formulas, while other units use a modified formula that factors in maintenance, debt, and disaster relief rates. The change applies only to tax years starting January 1, 2026, aiming to prevent automatic tax increases after major disasters.

Maddy summaryHB 90 postpones the effective date of specific tax calculation changes related to disaster impacts. It delays the implementation of provisions from H.B. 30 (2025) that would have adjusted how taxing units (like cities or counties) calculate property tax rates after disasters, shifting the effective date from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2028. The bill amends Section 4 of H.B. 30 to reflect this delay, directly affecting local governments managing tax rates. It does not change the underlying tax rules but provides additional time for implementation.

Maddy summaryHB 281 postpones the effective date of tax-related changes in Texas law that affect how disasters and related costs influence local tax rate calculations. Specifically, it delays the implementation of these changes from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2028. The bill applies directly to taxing units (such as counties and cities) that calculate property tax rates, giving them additional time to adjust to the new rules. This is a procedural adjustment to the timeline of existing tax law changes, not a modification of the tax rates themselves.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies how Texas counties and other local taxing units calculate voter-approved property tax rates when located in a large federally declared disaster area. It requires these "disaster area taxing units" to use the same calculation method applied to special taxing districts instead of the standard formula. The change simplifies rate calculations by eliminating the need to apply certain components like "unused increment rate" for affected areas. The policy applies to tax years beginning January 1, 2026, affecting all taxing units where majority territory falls within a federally declared disaster zone.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 34) commemorating the 100th anniversary of Woodlawn Lake Park Swimming Pool in San Antonio, scheduled for a July 25, 2025, celebration. It honors the pool's history since its 1925 opening, noting its role as a community gathering place and recent $3.25 million upgrade funding. The resolution formally recognizes the milestone and directs a copy to the City of San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department. As a commemorative measure with no policy changes, it does not create new obligations or affect any specific group.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Robert Barrett of San Antonio, who died on June 25, 2025, at age 94. It recognizes his career as Bexar County’s first Hispanic commercial insurance agent (starting in 1956), his community leadership roles (including YMCA chair and Economic Development Corporation board member), and his family. The Texas House of Representatives formally pays tribute to his life and extends condolences to his family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or funding provisions.

Maddy summaryHR 17 is a commemorative resolution passed by the Texas House of Representatives to honor the 13 victims of the June 11-12, 2025, San Antonio flooding. It specifically lists the names of the victims (including Esther Chung, Derwin Anderson, and others) and extends condolences to their families, while acknowledging community resilience. This resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change policies - it serves solely as a symbolic tribute to the victims and their families. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct effect on public policy or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Terrill A. Cover, a San Antonio educator and community member who passed away on June 5, 2025. The resolution details his life, including his 46-year marriage, career in education (serving as a principal and athletic director), and community involvement with the Texas PTA and Catholic faith. The Texas House of Representatives formally pays tribute to him and extends condolences to his family, with an official copy to be provided to them. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Richard Cyril Bernal of San Antonio. It pays tribute to his life, career as a radio personality, family, and contributions to his community following his death on June 13, 2025. The Texas House of Representatives resolves to extend condolences to his family, including his sons, siblings, partner, and grandchildren. The resolution was filed on July 16, 2025, by Representative Martinez Fischer.

Maddy summarySB 22 establishes the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Fund to provide financial support for film and television productions filmed in Texas. It requires the Music, Film, Television, and Multimedia Office to deny grants for projects containing "inappropriate content" or portraying Texas/Texans "in a negative fashion," while also prohibiting grants for pornography, news programming, religious content, non-commercial projects, and state advertising. The bill explicitly lists ineligible project types, including political ads, sporting events, and video games used in gambling. It creates a dedicated funding mechanism for eligible productions and authorizes the Office to administer grants using money from the incentive fund or other approved sources. The law directly affects production companies seeking financial support for qualifying Texas-based film and TV projects.