Rep. Barbara Gervin-Hawkins

Primary HB 450

In committee · Texas House · Lead sponsor

Relating to recognizing persons who separated from military service solely on the basis of sexual orientation as honorably discharged veterans under state law.

Maddy summaryHB 450 would change state law to recognize veterans who were separated from military service solely due to their sexual orientation as honorably discharged veterans under state law. This directly affects individuals who received less-than-honorable discharges for being gay, lesbian, or bisexual, enabling them to access state veteran benefits like housing assistance, education support, and memorial services. The bill's key provision modifies eligibility criteria to treat these separations as honorable for state purposes, aligning with federal policy but expanding state-level recognition. It does not alter federal discharge status but ensures these veterans qualify for all state benefits they were previously denied.

HousingSupports HousingBill enables access to state veteran housing assistance benefits for veterans separated due to sexual orientation, directly supporting housing access for a specific group.90% confidence VeteransSupports VeteransExpands state veteran benefits access for those discharged due to sexual orientation, removing disqualification for honorable discharge status.95% confidence

In committee Feb 28, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 292

In committee · Texas House · Lead sponsor

Relating to the grant amount awarded to certain moving image projects under the moving image industry incentive program.

Maddy summaryThe provided context does not include the actual text or provisions of HB 292. The bill's title indicates it relates to grant amounts for moving image projects under an incentive program, but no specific details about changes to funding, eligibility, or affected entities are available in the given information. Without the bill text or a substantive summary describing its mechanisms, a factual summary cannot be generated. The bill was recently filed and referred to a committee, but no concrete policy changes are described in the context.

In committee Feb 27, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 233

In committee · Texas House · Lead sponsor

Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for breast cancer patients.

Maddy summaryHB 233 would require health insurance plans to cover hair prostheses (such as wigs) for individuals undergoing treatment for breast cancer. This bill directly affects breast cancer patients who would otherwise face out-of-pocket costs for these necessary medical aids during treatment. The key provision mandates that health benefit plans include coverage for hair prostheses without requiring additional patient payments or prior authorization. This policy change aims to improve access to supportive care during breast cancer treatment by ensuring coverage for a common medical need.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands health coverage for breast cancer patients by mandating insurance inclusion of hair prostheses without out-of-pocket costs, improving access to necessary medical aids.95% confidence

In committee Feb 27, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 261

In committee · Texas House · Lead sponsor

Relating to health benefit coverage for general anesthesia in connection with certain pediatric dental services.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance plans to cover general anesthesia when it is used for specific pediatric dental procedures. It directly affects children who need dental work under anesthesia and the insurance providers that cover their care. The law mandates that these services be included in health benefit coverage, ensuring families can access necessary dental treatment without additional out-of-pocket costs. Insurance companies must update their plans to comply with this new requirement for anesthesia coverage in pediatric dental services.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for pediatric dental anesthesia, expanding access to necessary healthcare services for children.95% confidence

In committee Feb 27, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 139

Introduced · Texas House · Lead sponsor

Relating to the offering of certain high school courses for which students may earn college credit.

Introduced Oct 12, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 140

Introduced · Texas House · Lead sponsor

Relating to the establishment of the Neurodegenerative Disease Advisory Committee.

Introduced Oct 12, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 92

Introduced · Texas House · Lead sponsor

Relating to the establishment of community-based learning centers to serve public school students.

Introduced Oct 9, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 41

Introduced · Texas House · Lead sponsor

Relating to the functions and duties of the University Interscholastic League.

Introduced Oct 6, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 39

Introduced · Texas House · Lead sponsor

Relating to the transfer for an athletic participation purpose of a student from the school district of the student's residence to another district.

Introduced Oct 6, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 32

Introduced · Texas House · Lead sponsor

Relating to the requirements for hearings conducted by the University Interscholastic League.

Introduced Oct 6, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track