Rep. Tom Oliverson

Maddy summaryHB 66 imposes civil liability on individuals or entities distributing abortion-inducing drugs and requires internet service providers to take specific actions regarding such drugs. It creates a new criminal offense for certain distributions and authorizes private citizens to file civil lawsuits to enforce these provisions. The bill directly affects drug distributors, internet service providers, and individuals seeking legal recourse. Key mechanisms include financial penalties for distributors, mandatory ISP duties (like blocking access to prohibited content), and a private right of action for affected parties.

Maddy summaryBased solely on the provided context, a summary of HB 44 cannot be generated. The bill text is unavailable ("This version is not currently available"), and the only detail provided is the filing date (July 14, 2025). No specific provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties are described in the context. Without access to the bill's actual text or a substantive summary, it is not possible to accurately describe what the bill does or who it affects.

Maddy summaryThe full text of HB 41 is not currently available in the provided context, as noted in the bill's description ("This version is not currently available, but is coming soon"). The title indicates it addresses tax policy changes, including repealing or limiting certain state/local taxes (such as school district ad valorem taxes), enacting value-added taxes, and reforming school finance. Without access to the bill's specific provisions or mechanisms, a detailed summary cannot be provided. For accurate details, please refer to the official bill text or PDF once available.

Maddy summaryHB 86 restricts how tax-levying government entities (like cities or counties) can spend public money on lobbying. It requires their governing bodies to approve such contracts by majority vote in an open meeting, publish details online (including contract amounts and names), and bans reimbursements for food, beverages, or entertainment related to lobbying. The bill also prohibits lobbying communications about specific tax code amendments (Sections 26.04(c) or 26.041(c)) and allows residents to file ethics complaints for noncompliance. It applies only to contracts entered after the bill's effective date.

Maddy summaryHB 32, the Texas Women's Privacy Act, requires that certain facilities - such as restrooms, locker rooms, and family violence shelters - be designated and used based on biological sex, defined as the physical condition of being male or female at birth as determined by sex organs, chromosomes, and original birth records. The law applies to correctional facilities, family violence shelters, institutions of higher education, local governments (political subdivisions), and state agencies. It authorizes civil penalties for violations and creates a private right of action, allowing individuals to file lawsuits if they believe the law has been breached. The bill does not apply to state agencies as political subdivisions but covers them separately under the law's definition of "state agency."

Maddy summaryHB 39 would use surplus state revenue to lower school districts' local property taxes for maintenance and operations. It requires the state to reduce the "state compression percentage" (which limits local tax rates) to zero by directing funds from a property tax relief account into the Texas Education Agency. If the compression percentage reaches zero, school districts could no longer impose the local tax for maintenance and operations, and would instead receive state funding as if they had a zero local tax rate. This directly affects all Texas public school districts by potentially eliminating a major local revenue source for school operations. The bill creates a process to deposit excess state revenue into a dedicated fund specifically for this tax relief.

Maddy summaryHB 64, titled "Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds for lobbying and certain other activities," was filed on July 14, 2025. The bill's title indicates it would regulate how local governments (like cities or counties) use public money for lobbying efforts or similar activities. However, the full bill text is currently unavailable, and no specific provisions or affected parties are described in the provided context. Without access to the detailed content, a complete summary of its mechanisms or scope cannot be provided.

Maddy summarySB 1362 prohibits Texas state and local entities - including courts, law enforcement, and prosecutors - from recognizing, serving, or enforcing "extreme risk protective orders" (commonly called "red flag" orders). These orders typically restrict firearm access when a court deems someone a risk to themselves or others. The bill creates a criminal offense for violating this prohibition and blocks Texas entities from accepting federal grants meant to implement such orders. It directly affects all Texas government bodies and law enforcement agencies, preventing them from participating in programs that require enforcing these firearm restrictions. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1052 requires Texas health insurance plans to cover telemedicine, teledentistry, and telehealth services provided by out-of-state providers on the same terms as in-state services. It applies to Texas residents who primarily live in the state and receive care from providers licensed in Texas with a physical office in Texas. The law ensures equal coverage for out-of-state telehealth visits without additional cost-sharing, but only if the provider meets Texas licensing and office requirements. This bill became effective September 1, 2025, and applies to health plans delivered, issued, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 1056 recognizes physical gold and silver coins meeting specific weight and purity standards as legal tender in Texas for debt payments, while prohibiting government markings except for identifying refiners. It authorizes the state comptroller to establish electronic payment systems backed by bullion held in depositories, allowing transactions using gold/silver-based currency. The bill explicitly states it does not replace U.S. dollars, restrict federal currency, or require businesses to accept gold/silver tender. It also permits the comptroller to set reasonable administrative fees for the system. This law applies to Texas residents and businesses using the state-administered electronic currency system, operating alongside existing federal currency.