Rep. Janis Holt

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.

Maddy summaryHJR 190 proposes a constitutional amendment to limit Texas House members to 12 consecutive years in office and Texas Senate members to 14 consecutive years. The amendment would apply only to future service in the same chamber and not affect current legislators. If approved by voters in the November 2025 election, it would prevent any individual from serving beyond these consecutive term limits. The measure does not alter current terms or apply to service across different offices.

Maddy summaryHB 3455 requires manufacturers of experimental drugs or devices (including those approved for emergency use by the FDA) to provide clear, summary disclosures about potential health risks to purchasers. Purchasers must then give this disclosure directly to end consumers in person, and providers may only sell the product if someone capable of giving informed consent signs the form. Consumers who don’t receive proper disclosure can sue manufacturers for damages, including pain and suffering, punitive damages, and legal fees. The law applies only to cases occurring on or after September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 17 would prohibit citizens of designated countries (China, Iran, North Korea, Russia, or others named by the governor) from purchasing real property in Texas. It creates criminal penalties for violations, making such purchases illegal under state law. Exceptions apply to U.S. citizens, lawful residents, and businesses owned by them. The law would override existing property rights for these foreign buyers, directly affecting individuals and entities from designated countries seeking to buy land in Texas.

Maddy summaryHB 4349 prohibits Texas public universities from providing funding to student organizations that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Specifically, it bans funding for groups that adopt DEI policies, host DEI-related events, have dedicated DEI officers, or promote such initiatives. The bill defines DEI initiatives as efforts providing differential treatment or special benefits based on race, color, or ethnicity. This law applies to all public higher education institutions starting the 2025-2026 academic year.

Maddy summaryHB 4358 would require a valid prescription from a licensed physician for anyone to purchase oral contraceptives over the counter in Texas. The bill directly affects Texans seeking oral contraceptives without a prescription, making such sales or provisions illegal unless a prescription exists. It amends the Health and Safety Code to prohibit non-prescription sales or provision of oral contraceptives to individuals. The law would take effect on September 1, 2025. This bill changes current practice by mandating physician authorization for over-the-counter access to oral contraceptives.

Maddy summaryHB 4355 amends Texas nursing law to clarify exemptions from licensure requirements and strengthen oversight. It specifies that nursing care provided during disasters, by students, or via prayer/spiritual means generally doesn’t require a license, while adding that nurses working under governor’s emergency declarations remain subject to the Texas Board of Nursing’s disciplinary authority. The bill also creates a new process for expunging disciplinary records from nursing licenses and revises disclosure rules for peer assistance program participation and disciplinary proceedings. These changes directly affect licensed nurses, nursing education programs, and the Texas Board of Nursing in enforcing practice standards.

Maddy summaryHB 4338, or "Sammy's Law," requires large social media platforms to create real-time data connections (APIs) allowing parents or legal guardians to delegate account management for children under 17 to third-party safety software providers. These APIs must enable the software to monitor for harmful content like cyberbullying, trafficking, or illegal activity while securely handling user data. Platforms must also disclose to parents and children when data is shared and summarize the transferred information. The Texas Department of Information Resources will oversee compliance, set standards, and conduct audits to ensure platforms follow these requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 4210 authorizes the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center to conduct a study on health, nutrition, physical activity, and chronic health issues in Texas. The study will analyze 50 years of existing data to examine historical trends in food and drink consumption (including sweetened beverages and processed foods), substance use (like caffeine, alcohol, and opioids), and physical activity levels. This research aims to provide insights into long-term patterns affecting public health, using existing historical records rather than creating new laws or programs.

Maddy summaryHB 4235 allows Texas state and local governments (public employers) to accept work experience as an alternative to degree requirements for certain jobs. It permits substituting 2-9 years of "direct experience" (verified, relevant work history) for associate's to doctoral degrees, with specific year thresholds (e.g., 4 years for a bachelor's degree). The bill requires employers to advertise substitution opportunities in job postings and prohibits substitution for licensed positions. It also extends this rule to contractors providing services under government contracts. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.