Rep. Liz Campos

Maddy summaryHB 1644 exempts individuals from certain drug law penalties when using, possessing, delivering, or manufacturing equipment that tests for fentanyl, its derivatives, or xylazine. It directly affects harm reduction organizations, first responders, and public health workers who use testing kits to identify these substances in communities. The bill adds a new exception (Section 481.125(j)) to Texas' Health and Safety Code, clarifying that testing equipment for these specific drugs is not subject to criminal penalties under existing law. The exemption applies only to equipment testing for fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or xylazine, and takes effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 2101 directs the Texas Department of Public Safety to fund a study in three Texas cities with populations over 500,000 on unreported gunshots detected by gunshot detection technology. The study requires participating police departments to collect specific data: the number of unreported shots detected, investigation outcomes (including whether shots were intentional), and resulting criminal charges. Each city must form a five-person committee including police, sheriff, school safety staff, neighborhood representatives, and a state representative. Results must be reported to the DPS by September 2026, with a final summary to the legislature by December 2026. The bill does not create new laws but mandates data collection to inform future policy decisions.

Maddy summaryHB 1997 requires the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) to issue Internal Revenue Service Form 8609 within 120 days of receiving a complete application packet from development owners seeking low-income housing tax credits. The bill directly affects developers applying for federal tax credits by mandating specific required documents, including owner certifications, cost schedules, independent auditor reports, and ownership structure details. Key provisions define the exact "documentation packet" needed and authorize administrative penalties for noncompliance. This legislation streamlines the state's process for allocating federal low-income housing tax credits to qualifying developments.

Maddy summaryHB 1941 establishes standardized training, certification, and scope-of-service rules for peer support specialists serving individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities under Texas Medicaid. It requires the state commission to develop these rules with input from a stakeholder work group including peer specialists, disability advocates, and state agencies like the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities. The bill specifically distinguishes peer support services from licensed professional services and excludes services provided in state supported living centers. This legislation directly affects Medicaid beneficiaries with intellectual or developmental disabilities and the peer support specialists who serve them.

Maddy summaryBased on the provided context, no substantive bill text or summary is available for HB 2433. The bill title indicates it relates to hotel occupancy tax collection by accommodations intermediaries (like online booking platforms), but the actual provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties are not described in the materials provided. The "Bill Text" section states it is "not currently available" and directs users to a PDF that is also unavailable. Without the full text or a substantive summary, a factual description of the bill's policy changes cannot be generated.

Maddy summaryHB 3589 establishes a new licensing requirement for group home facilities in Texas, which are defined as establishments providing lodging to three or more unrelated residents with services like meals, light housekeeping, or transportation (but not personal care). The bill requires operators to obtain a license from the Health and Human Services Commission, prohibits using the term "group home" without proper licensing, and creates exemptions for facilities like licensed nursing homes, hotels, retirement communities, and sorority houses. Existing facilities may apply for a six-month provisional license if they meet resident care standards. This directly affects operators of non-exempt group home facilities seeking to legally operate or use the term "group home."

Maddy summaryThis Texas bill (HB 4901) requires app stores (like Apple App Store or Google Play) operating in Texas to verify users' ages and categorize them into four groups: child (<13), younger teen (13-15), older teen (16-17), and adult (18+). For minors (under 18), it mandates parental consent by linking accounts to a parent or guardian aged 18 or older. App stores must use reasonable methods to confirm age during account creation. The law directly affects app platforms and users under 18 in Texas, with no voting record available as the bill remains pending in committee.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes), recognizing April 15, 2025, as "Blue Ribbon Lobby Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It honors Texas Democratic Women (TDW), an organization founded in 1987 that advocates for women's issues including education, healthcare, and economic security through grassroots organizing and meetings with lawmakers. The resolution extends the House of Representatives' welcome to TDW members and other advocates gathering for this event. As a procedural recognition, it does not create new laws or affect policy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law), honoring the University of Texas School of Public Health San Antonio during National Public Health Week 2025. It recognizes the school's mission to address regional health disparities, its collaborative structure with UT Health Science Center and UT San Antonio, and its expected contributions (400 students, 100 jobs, $20 million economic impact). The resolution has no binding effect and serves only to express legislative support and appreciation. It was adopted by the Texas House on April 7, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 5419 aims to restructure the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to reduce administrative inefficiencies and redirect state education funding more directly to public schools. The bill would change how the TEA manages and distributes funds, prioritizing school-level access over centralized agency control. This would primarily affect the TEA's operations and public school districts receiving state education funds. The bill is currently in committee review and focuses on streamlining the funding process without specifying new financial mechanisms.