Rep. John Lujan

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) recognizing March 27, 2025, as "CASA Day at the State Capitol." It formally commends the Texas Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) network for its work advocating for children in foster care across 74 local programs. The resolution honors CASA's efforts in supporting nearly 18,000 youth annually through volunteer advocacy.

Maddy summaryHB 4022 amends Texas law governing economic incentives under the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Act by requiring applicants to submit detailed annual economic impact reports for projects seeking state incentives. These reports must estimate job creation, capital investment, property value increases, tax revenues (including state and local), and broader economic effects like impacts on local businesses, GDP, and personal income over a 25-year period. The comptroller must then verify that projects will generate sufficient tax revenue to offset lost school district funding and that incentives are a key factor in site selection decisions for most projects. This bill directly affects businesses applying for economic incentives and state officials reviewing those applications.

Maddy summaryThis resolution recognizes March 26, 2025, as ¡VIVA San Antonio! Day at the Texas Capitol. It formally honors the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce's advocacy event, which brings local business leaders to the Capitol to engage with state legislators. The resolution has no policy provisions or direct impact on constituents - it serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the chamber's annual event. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any specific group through legislative action.

Maddy summaryHB 3570 changes the term length for trustees on school boards serving military reservation school districts in Texas from two years to three years. It requires that a majority of these trustees be civilians (though all may be civilians), and specifies that trustees must live or work on the military reservation. The bill also allows retired military personnel serving on these boards to continue their terms after retirement. This applies specifically to school districts located on military reservations, not general school districts. The change takes effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1816 allows counties and municipalities to ban e-cigarette retailers from operating within 1,000 feet of public primary or secondary school campuses. The bill permits local governments to adopt ordinances or orders enforcing this restriction, with an exception for retailers where e-cigarette sales account for less than 50% of total revenue at that location. This directly affects local regulatory authorities and e-cigarette retailers near schools, while exempting small retailers with minimal e-cigarette sales. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, and does not apply to retailers meeting the 50% sales threshold.

Maddy summaryHB 3503 establishes a Social Work Licensure Compact in Texas, creating a framework for mutual recognition of social work licenses across participating states. The bill allows social workers licensed in one participating state to practice in Texas without obtaining a separate license, reducing duplicate requirements for professionals and increasing access to services for clients. Key provisions include facilitating interstate practice, supporting military families, enabling telehealth services, and requiring states to share licensure and disciplinary information. This compact does not change current licensing standards but streamlines practice across state lines for qualified social workers.

Maddy summaryHB 3210 requires state contractors, local governments (political subdivisions), and private employers in Texas to use the federal E-Verify program to confirm employee work authorization. The bill mandates that state agencies cannot award contracts to entities not registered with E-Verify, and contracts must include a certification statement confirming compliance. Contractors must maintain E-Verify participation throughout the contract term, and violations would be referred to the comptroller for action. This policy directly affects businesses and government entities entering into state contracts by making federal employment verification a contractual condition. The bill focuses on implementing existing federal verification requirements through state contract rules.

Maddy summaryHB 2810 prohibits Texas local governments (including cities, counties, and districts) from using automated systems to enforce speed limit compliance on public roads. It amends the Transportation Code to ban governmental entities from implementing or operating automated traffic control systems for speed enforcement, with the attorney general responsible for enforcement. The bill defines "governmental entity" broadly to include all local jurisdictions and takes effect September 1, 2025. This directly affects municipalities considering or using speed camera programs for traffic enforcement.

Maddy summaryHB 2759 restricts firearm possession for individuals convicted of specific violent or property crimes, such as burglary, robbery, assault, or offenses involving force. It prohibits possession for five years after release from prison or supervision, and even after five years, only allows possession at one's home. The law applies to convictions under defined sections of Texas Penal Code covering violent crimes (e.g., Title 5) or certain property crimes (e.g., burglary, robbery, assault). This bill takes effect September 1, 2025, and only applies to offenses committed on or after that date.

Maddy summaryHB 76 prohibits local governments (like cities, counties, and school districts) from using public funds to pay nonprofit organizations that accept public donations to post bail bonds for defendants. It directly affects political subdivisions that might fund such bail programs through public money. The bill bans this spending and allows taxpayers or residents to sue to stop it, with successful plaintiffs able to recover legal fees. The law would take effect September 1, 2025, if passed.