Rep. Armando Walle

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution designates May 8 as "Vaccination Day" in Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. It recognizes May 8 as the anniversary of the 1980 declaration that the world was free of smallpox, highlighting the importance of immunization. The resolution serves as a ceremonial observance to honor vaccine history and public health achievements, with no direct policy or funding changes. It does not affect specific individuals or groups but encourages public awareness of vaccination's role in health.

Maddy summaryHB 5 creates the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas to accelerate research on dementia and related disorders. The institute will award grants to Texas universities, medical facilities, and other eligible organizations for research into dementia causes, prevention strategies, treatments, and symptom mitigation. It establishes oversight committees to manage grants, ensure compliance, and requires annual public reports detailing funded projects and recipients. The institute is set to expire on September 1, 2035, unless extended under Texas Sunset Act procedures.

Maddy summaryHJR 3 proposes a constitutional amendment to create the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas and establish a dedicated fund. The bill would transfer $3 billion from the state's general revenue fund to this new special fund starting January 1, 2026, for research, prevention, and treatment of dementia and related disorders. The institute would award grants to Texas research institutions, medical facilities, and collaboratives to develop treatments, prevention programs, and address access to care. This initiative directly affects Texans living with dementia and their families, as well as researchers and healthcare providers in the state.

Maddy summaryHB 740 would allow students enrolled in specific college or career programs to qualify for SNAP benefits (food assistance) by requiring the state to create clear eligibility rules. The bill mandates that these rules define which degrees or programs (including related internships) count and ensure benefits continue during academic breaks. It also requires the state to form a work group of school representatives and low-income service organizations to help develop these rules, with final rules due by December 2026. The law expires on September 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 757 extends Medicaid coverage for women who qualify for pregnancy-related Medicaid by changing the postpartum eligibility period from six to 12 months after pregnancy. This affects women in Texas who were eligible for Medicaid during pregnancy and would otherwise lose coverage after six months. The bill amends state law to align with federal requirements (Section 1902(e)(16) of the Social Security Act), requiring continued Medicaid access for at least 12 months following pregnancy. The change takes effect September 1, 2025, with implementation subject to any necessary federal waivers.

Maddy summaryHB 777 requires Texas public employers (such as state agencies, schools, and local government offices) to provide two specific accommodations for employees who need to express breast milk: (1) reasonable break time each time needed, and (2) a private, non-bathroom space shielded from view and free from interruption. The bill directly affects public employees who are breastfeeding or pumping, ensuring they have workplace accommodations comparable to those required for other medical needs. Key provisions amend the Government Code to mandate these requirements, effective September 1, 2025, and explicitly prohibit using multi-user bathrooms as the designated space. This is a concrete policy change focused on workplace accessibility for nursing employees.

Maddy summaryHB 798 modifies Texas landlord-tenant law by extending notice periods for nonpayment of rent. It requires landlords to give residential tenants 10 days to pay overdue rent before issuing a "notice to vacate," followed by a 14-day notice period before filing an eviction lawsuit. The bill mandates specific warning language in notices, clarifying that the notice is not an eviction order and informing tenants of free legal assistance resources. It also adds a new provision (Section 24.00605) allowing tenants to pay all rent, court costs, and fees to reinstate their lease before a court-issued possession order takes effect. These changes directly affect residential tenants and landlords in Texas rental agreements.

Maddy summaryHB 731 expands the duties of the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee by requiring it to study pregnancy-related deaths, trends in maternal health disparities, and best practices from other states. The bill mandates the committee to compare death rates by socioeconomic status, assess studying severe maternal morbidity, and make recommendations to reduce maternal deaths. It also requires the committee to use the CDC's Maternal Mortality Review Information Application (MMRIA) data system for analyzing health care data related to maternal outcomes. This bill directly affects the committee's work and aims to improve maternal health policies in Texas, impacting pregnant people, particularly those in at-risk populations.

Maddy summaryHB 697 amends Texas law to clarify that local governments can enforce ordinances prohibiting landlords from refusing to rent based on a tenant's lawful income source. Specifically, it exempts city or county rules that ban discrimination against military veterans, seniors aged 62+, or people with disabilities (as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act) due to their income. The bill ensures these protections remain enforceable despite broader state restrictions on municipal housing regulations. It takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 480's title indicates it would require building and construction contractors and subcontractors to provide workers' compensation insurance coverage for their employees. However, the bill text is unavailable in the provided context, so specific provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties cannot be detailed. Without the full text, a complete summary of policy changes or implementation details cannot be generated. Please refer to the bill's PDF for the complete content and official details.