Rep. Senfronia Thompson

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 commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Beverly Delle Parker, a retired educator and community leader from Port Arthur, Texas. The Texas House of Representatives adopted HR 632 to pay tribute to her life, career in education spanning 31 years at Lamar State College Port Arthur, and her community service, including work with the YMCA and Gift of Life organization. The resolution extends condolences to her family and directs that the House adjourn in her memory. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or groups through policy changes.

Maddy summaryHR 633 is a commemorative resolution honoring former Texas State Senator and Representative Carl Allen Parker of Port Arthur, who died on March 22, 2024. The resolution recognizes his 32-year legislative career (1962-1995), service on committees including education and judicial districts, and dedication to public safety, education, and environmental protection. It formally pays tribute to his life and legacy, extends condolences to his family, and directs the House to adjourn in his memory. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or binding effect.

Maddy summaryHB 5336 sets minimum staffing ratios for Texas assisted living facilities caring for residents with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders. It requires facilities to maintain specific ratios: one nursing assistant per seven residents during daytime shifts, one per 9.5 residents in the evening, and one per 17 overnight. Facilities must also disclose their 24-hour staffing patterns to prospective residents/families, post them on their website, and display updated patterns monthly in public areas. This bill directly affects assisted living facilities classified under this provision and takes effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 5145 establishes rules for sharing basic customer contact information (name, phone, email, address) between retail electric providers and electric utilities during service emergencies. It requires retail providers to share this information within 48 hours of a utility's request - without needing customer permission - for emergency communication, service interruptions, or restoration. The bill mandates security measures like encryption for handling this data and limits retention to only what's necessary for emergency purposes. It applies specifically to electric utilities and retail providers, taking effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 5564 modifies Texas grand jury procedures to enhance fairness and transparency. It prohibits grand juries from re-investigating a person for the same offense if a prior grand jury already found no indictment, unless the state presents new evidence not available before. The bill also requires prosecutors to share exculpatory evidence (favorable to the accused) with the grand jury and grants witnesses (including accused persons) the right to have their attorney present during questioning, with opportunities for private consultation. These changes directly affect prosecutors, grand jurors, and individuals under investigation by grand juries. The bill focuses on procedural safeguards rather than penalties for contempt, as suggested by its title.

Maddy summaryHB 5566 proposes changes to Texas grand jury procedures. It prohibits grand juries from re-investigating the same offense against a person previously cleared by a grand jury unless the state attorney presents new evidence not available during the prior investigation. The bill also requires the state attorney to share exculpatory evidence (favorable to the accused) with the grand jury if it's material and in state possession, and mandates recording of witness testimony (though not deliberations). Additionally, it adds confidentiality protections for victim and witness identifying information like names, addresses, and Social Security numbers. The bill applies only to grand jury proceedings beginning after its effective date.

Maddy summaryHB 4757 changes eligibility rules for the Texas Racing Commission, barring individuals with financial ties to racetracks or certain criminal convictions from serving on the commission. It also prohibits conducting greyhound or other dog racing as live events in Texas, making violations a criminal offense. The bill authorizes a fee related to these regulations and updates commission member liability protections. These changes directly affect racetrack operators, commission members, and entities involved in horse or dog racing activities within Texas.

Maddy summaryHB 4760 creates a Medicaid reimbursement system for healthcare providers (including physicians) who deliver cognitive assessment and care planning services to patients with cognitive impairments like dementia or Alzheimer's disease. To qualify for reimbursement, providers must complete six specific services: assessing cognition/function/safety, evaluating neuropsychiatric symptoms, reviewing medications, assessing caregiver needs, conducting a comprehensive clinical visit, and providing a written care plan. The bill requires the Health and Human Services Commission to seek a federal waiver to access additional funding for this program. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, pending implementation of required rules and federal approval.

Maddy summaryThe bill text for HB 3919 is not available in the provided context. Only the title ("Relating to size and density requirements for residential lots in certain municipalities; authorizing a fee") and recent committee actions (referred to Land & Resource Management, pending in committee) are documented. Without the full bill text or specific provisions, a summary of its policy changes or affected parties cannot be generated. The PDF reference mentioned is inaccessible here.