Rep. Terri Leo-Wilson

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the dedication of an official Texas Historical Marker for the Texas Rice Festival in Winnie. It recognizes the festival's 55-year history (since 1970), its role in celebrating regional rice farming, and its community impact - including over $1 million in local scholarships and donations. The resolution formally commends organizers for securing the marker and directs an official copy to the festival committee. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it solely honors the event's cultural and economic significance to Winnie and surrounding rice-growing counties.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) commending Camille McWhorter for her work as a legislative aide in State Representative Terri Leo Wilson's office during the 89th Texas Legislature. It recognizes her contributions, academic achievements (as a Concordia University Texas honors student majoring in law and policy), community service, and athletic involvement. The resolution formally "commends" her service and provides her with an official copy as a gesture of appreciation from the Texas House of Representatives. It does not create new laws, affect public policy, or change any regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Domingo T. Orozco, a Texas City resident and U.S. Army veteran who served in Vietnam, worked as a project manager, coached soccer, and volunteered with community organizations. The Texas House of Representatives adopted the resolution on August 27, 2025, to pay tribute to his life and extend condolences to his family. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or groups beyond the ceremonial recognition.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally congratulates Manuel Moreno Jr., head tennis coach at J. Frank Dobie High School in Houston, on his 2025 induction into the Texas Tennis Coaches Association Hall of Fame. It recognizes his 27-year coaching career, including leading teams to state championships and earning awards like Coach of the Year and the Carey Caldwell Character Award. The Texas House of Representatives expresses its high regard for his contributions to high school tennis in Texas through this ceremonial resolution. As a non-binding expression of support, it does not create new policy or affect any laws.

Maddy summaryHB 295 changes Texas election rules for voters who move within their county but haven't updated their registration. It allows voters to cast ballots in their current precinct immediately after submitting a statement verifying their new address and meeting residency requirements, instead of waiting 30 days for registration changes to take effect. The bill requires voters to provide the same information needed for initial registration, including their current address and a statement confirming they reside in the precinct. This applies only to address change notices submitted after the bill's effective date. The law affects voters who relocate within their county but haven't updated their registration records.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution, not a policy bill. HR 8 formally recognizes the 2026 Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 3719 Charity BBQ Cook-Off in Crystal Beach, Texas. The resolution expresses the Texas House's support for this event, which benefits local schools and charities through a sanctioned barbecue competition attracting chefs from across Texas. It does not create new laws or change existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the first annual Galveston Pickleball Championship held on July 26, 2025, at the McGuire-Dent Recreation Center. It expresses the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation for organizers and participants who brought the event to life, acknowledging its role in growing pickleball's popularity in Texas. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies. The resolution was adopted by the House on August 27, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 10 is a commemorative resolution honoring John Wilbur Franklin of Galveston, who passed away on July 8, 2025. The resolution formally recognizes his life, including his service in the U.S. Merchant Marine, his 37-year career with the Texas Department of Transportation Galveston Ferry System, and his family. It extends condolences to his family and directs the Texas House of Representatives to adjourn in his memory. This procedural bill has no policy impact and was adopted by the House on August 27, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 11) formally honors the Ball High School Choir from Galveston for performing in the Texas State Capitol Rotunda on December 6, 2025. It recognizes the choir's achievements, including their award-winning program, UIL competitions, and community partnerships. The resolution, adopted by the Texas House of Representatives, includes a formal copy for the choir as an expression of appreciation. It does not create new policies or affect any laws, as it is a commemorative gesture.

Maddy summaryHB 48 creates a nine-member working group under the Texas Division of Emergency Management to study the state's alert notification systems. The group will evaluate current systems used by the Texas Department of Public Safety and emergency management, including how "notification fatigue" (reducing unnecessary alerts that cause people to ignore them) affects their effectiveness. The working group must hold hearings, consult with federal agencies, and submit a report with legislative recommendations by December 1, 2026. The working group expires on January 1, 2027, after completing its study.