Rep. Alma Allen

Maddy summarySB 23 increases the school district homestead tax exemption for elderly (65+) or disabled homeowners from $10,000 to $60,000 of their home's appraised value. This directly affects eligible homeowners who qualify for the exemption and school districts that may lose local tax revenue due to the change. The bill requires the state to provide additional aid to school districts to offset revenue losses from the higher exemption, starting with the 2025-2026 school year. The state aid calculation compares current revenue to what would have been collected under the previous exemption amount. The bill was signed into law on June 16, 2025, and is now effective.

Maddy summaryThis Texas bill (SB 4) increases the homestead exemption for school district property taxes from $100,000 to $140,000 per homeowner, directly affecting residential property owners. School districts will receive additional state aid to offset revenue losses from this exemption increase, calculated as the difference between current local revenue and what would have been available before the change. The compensation mechanism applies starting with the 2023-2024 school year for the initial exemption increase and will extend to future changes proposed for 2025. This ensures school districts maintain funding stability despite reduced local tax revenue from larger homestead exemptions.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) passed by the Texas House of Representatives to formally congratulate the University of Texas rugby club for winning the 2025 Lonestar Conference 7s state championship. It recognizes their undefeated tournament performance, including key victories over Texas Tech, Rice, Texas State, and Baylor. The resolution includes an offer to provide the team with an official copy as a gesture of appreciation from the legislature. It has no policy impact or binding effect beyond expressing support.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends Regan House for her service as a legislative aide to State Representative Alma Allen during the 89th Texas Legislative Session. It recognizes her work analyzing bills, summarizing committee notes, and engaging with stakeholders while interning through the Texas Legislative Internship Program. The resolution, adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on June 1, 2025, includes a formal copy for House to present as a gesture of appreciation. It does not create new law or affect policy, as it is purely a ceremonial tribute to an individual's service.

Maddy summaryHR 1322 is a House resolution commending Karnies Adams for her work as a policy analyst in State Representative Alma Allen's office during the 89th Texas Legislative Session. It recognizes her contributions, including analyzing bills, assisting committees, and engaging with stakeholders, as well as her educational background and prior public service roles. The resolution formally expresses the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation for her dedication and extends best wishes for her future endeavors. This is a ceremonial resolution with no binding policy effect, solely serving to acknowledge an individual's service.

Maddy summaryHR 1347 is a ceremonial resolution commending Carter Bentsen for his service as a legislative aide to State Representative Alma Allen during the 89th Texas Legislative Session. It recognizes his work analyzing bills, attending hearings, and assisting constituents, along with his educational background (Strake Jesuit Prep and UT Austin government degree). The resolution formally expresses the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation and extends "sincere best wishes" for his future endeavors. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents.

Maddy summaryHCR 59 is a ceremonial resolution designating April as "Promise Month" in Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. It does not create new laws, funding, or obligations - it is solely a symbolic recognition intended to honor religious and historical perspectives on promises. The resolution references biblical principles and the founding of the U.S. on "Biblical principles," but the designation itself has no legal or policy impact on residents or state operations. This is a procedural, commemorative resolution with no concrete policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution (HR 247), not a policy bill. It honors the late U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee of Houston following her death on July 19, 2024. The resolution recognizes her decades of service in Congress, including her work as a champion for social justice, her authorship of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, and her leadership roles in the House. It was adopted by the House on May 23, 2025, and reported enrolled on May 28, 2025, as a formal tribute to her legacy.

Maddy summaryHB 21 amends Texas Local Government Code provisions affecting housing finance corporations that develop or manage low- and moderate-income housing. It defines qualifying residential developments as those where at least 90% of units are intended for households with adjusted gross income below state-defined moderate income levels. The bill also requires these corporations to follow open meetings and public records laws (Chapter 551 and 552, Government Code) and restricts their development to areas within the boundaries of their sponsoring local governments - unless approved by those governing bodies. These changes clarify operational rules and transparency requirements for housing finance corporations serving low- and moderate-income residents.

Maddy summaryTexas Senate Bill 290 requires applicants for large stationary LP-gas installations (with an aggregate water capacity of 10,000 gallons or more) to mail written notice to all property owners within 500 feet of the proposed site. The notice must be sent via registered/certified mail with proof of delivery, and applicants must retain records of this proof. This applies only to applications filed with the Railroad Commission of Texas on or after the bill’s effective date (September 1, 2025, unless passed with a two-thirds vote for immediate effect). The bill directly affects property owners near proposed installations by mandating advance notification of such projects.