Rep. Brent Money

Maddy summaryHB 1385 addresses labeling requirements for beef and beef products, with provisions for civil penalties for non-compliance. The bill's title indicates it would mandate specific labeling standards (such as origin or production methods) for beef products sold in the state. However, the full text of the bill is not available in the provided context, so specific requirements, affected businesses, or penalty amounts cannot be detailed. Without the complete legislative language, a precise summary of its mechanisms or scope cannot be provided. For accurate details, refer to the official bill text or the legislature's website.

Maddy summaryHB 1374 requires clear labeling for beef, pork, and products made from these meats. It directly affects meat producers, processors, and retailers who handle these products. The bill establishes a civil penalty for non-compliance, meaning businesses could face fines for failing to meet labeling standards. This policy change aims to improve consumer transparency about meat product origins and composition.

Maddy summaryThe full text of HB 1384 is not available in the provided context (only the title and basic actions are listed). While the title indicates it relates to "enforcement of certain standards for commercial motor vehicles," specific provisions, affected parties, or mechanisms cannot be described without the bill's detailed content. Recent actions show it was filed in November 2024 and referred to the Transportation committee in March 2025. For a complete summary, consult the official bill document or PDF.

Maddy summaryBased on the provided context, the full text of HB 1379 is not currently available (the system notes "This version is not currently available, but is coming soon"). Only the bill's title and basic procedural details are provided. The title indicates the bill relates to the authority of game wardens or Parks and Wildlife Department peace officers to enter private property, but the specific provisions, affected parties, or mechanisms are not described in the available text. Without the actual bill language or summary details, a factual summary of the bill's content cannot be generated. The bill was filed on November 18, 2024, and referred to the Culture, Recreation & Tourism committee on March 11, 2025.

Maddy summaryThe bill HB 1377 (title: "Relating to the jurisdiction of certain international organizations") lacks available text in the provided context. The bill's content is marked as "not currently available" with a note to refer to a PDF, which isn't accessible here. Recent actions show it was filed in November 2024 and referred to the State Affairs committee in March 2025. Without the actual bill language, no substantive summary of its provisions, affected parties, or policy mechanisms can be provided.

Maddy summaryHB 1425 would allow Texas public school districts and charter schools (not affiliated with religious organizations) to adopt a policy requiring daily periods of voluntary prayer and Bible or religious text reading for students and staff. To participate, parents/guardians or employees must submit a signed consent form acknowledging choice, stating no objection to participation, and waiving legal claims related to religious expression. The policy prohibits using public address systems for prayers, prevents the activity from replacing instructional time, and requires schools to honor revocations of consent while maintaining the legal waiver. This bill directly affects public school students, employees, and parents in Texas school districts that choose to implement such a policy.

Maddy summaryHB 1348 requires every public elementary and secondary school in Texas to display a specific, durable poster or framed copy of the Ten Commandments in every classroom starting with the 2025-2026 school year. The poster must be at least 16 inches wide by 20 inches tall, include the exact text specified in the bill (with no additional content), and be clearly readable from anywhere in the classroom. Schools may accept privately donated compliant posters but cannot modify the text or add content. This law directly affects all Texas public schools and their classroom displays.

Maddy summaryHJR 92 proposes adding a new section to the Texas Constitution that would establish a parent's right to direct their child's education in any manner they choose, using funds available to them. This amendment would directly affect all Texas parents and students by granting parents legal authority over educational decisions, including curriculum and teaching methods. The bill includes a presumption that parents act in their child's best interest and requires voter approval via a November 2025 ballot measure. If approved, it would become part of the Texas Constitution, changing how education decisions are structured for minors.

Maddy summaryHB 1305 amends Texas Government Code Section 437.052(c) to update qualifications for appointment as Texas Adjutant General. The bill requires appointees to be serving as a colonel or higher in the Texas military forces (National Guard) at the time of appointment, and to have completed at least 15 years of service as a commissioned officer with the U.S. Army, Air Force, or Texas military forces - including a minimum of five years with the Texas National Guard. This directly affects future candidates for the state's top military leadership position. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1303 increases criminal penalties for non-citizens entering or remaining in Texas illegally under specific circumstances. It raises penalties from misdemeanors to felonies for repeat offenses, particularly when individuals have prior convictions for drug crimes, violent offenses, or were removed under certain federal immigration provisions. The bill also prohibits arrests on school, church, healthcare facility, or SAFE-ready facility grounds for these offenses. These changes directly affect non-citizens with prior criminal histories or specific immigration removal records, making certain violations punishable as higher-level felonies.