Rep. Terri Leo-Wilson

Maddy summaryHB 3932 creates a Class A misdemeanor offense for federal government officers who conduct certain searches or arrests in Texas without meeting specific requirements. It directly affects federal agents and officers by prohibiting: (1) no-knock entries on Texas residents' property, (2) nighttime searches/arrests at residences (8 p.m.-8 a.m.), and (3) searches/arrests without first obtaining the local sheriff’s consent. The law would apply when federal officers act within Texas, with penalties for violations. This bill does not affect state law enforcement or Texas residents’ rights directly.

Maddy summaryThe bill text for HB 4146 is not currently available in the provided context (it states "This version is not currently available, but is coming soon"). Without access to the actual provisions, voting history, or specific policy details of the bill, a factual summary cannot be generated. The available information only includes the title, filing date (March 10, 2025), and committee referral (Public Education). To provide an accurate summary, the full bill text or detailed legislative description would be required.

Maddy summaryHB 4100 protects healthcare providers from retaliation when reporting certain issues related to patient care. It prohibits health care facilities, government entities, or others from taking adverse actions (like termination or demotion) against physicians or providers who report violations such as unsafe treatment practices, public health risks, mismanagement of funds, or abuse of authority. The bill creates a civil remedy, allowing affected providers to sue for damages if retaliation occurs. It applies broadly to all healthcare workers covered under the definition, including nurses, technicians, pharmacists, and medical students. The law aims to encourage reporting of serious concerns without fear of professional consequences.

Maddy summaryHB 3739 requires Texas public schools to include specific fetal development instruction in health classes for students in grades 7 through 12 starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The bill mandates teaching about weekly fetal growth, medically assisted termination procedures (including abortion-inducing drugs), and other causes of fetal termination (such as drug/alcohol effects), alongside resources supporting pregnancy continuation through faith-based organizations. It does not require teaching about abortion access but specifies that recommended resources must not be linked to organizations providing or advocating for fetal termination. This policy directly affects Texas public school curricula and students in grades 7-12.

Maddy summaryHB 3742 prohibits public universities and colleges in Texas from providing instruction that promotes the use of gender pronouns inconsistent with a person's biological sex. The bill directly affects all public higher education institutions in Texas, banning classroom instruction that encourages pronouns not aligned with biological sex. It requires the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to create implementing rules and takes effect for the 2025-2026 academic year. The law does not restrict students or faculty from using any pronouns privately but prohibits institutions from teaching or promoting specific pronoun usage in educational settings.

Maddy summaryHB 3685 requires title insurance companies and agents in Texas to provide home buyers with two specific items during the closing of residential real estate purchases: (1) a notice explaining that the property may qualify for a residence homestead exemption (which reduces property taxes), and (2) the official application form for that exemption under Texas Tax Code Section 11.13. This applies only to home purchases under contracts signed on or after September 1, 2025. The bill directly affects home buyers by making exemption eligibility clearer at closing and title companies/agents by adding this notice requirement. It does not change the exemption rules themselves, only the process for informing buyers about them.

Maddy summaryHB 1668 increases penalties for enticing a child by raising the offense from a Class B misdemeanor to a third-degree felony (unless sexual intent is proven, making it a second-degree felony). It also expands sex offender registration requirements to apply to this specific offense. The bill directly affects individuals convicted of enticing children with the intent to sexually violate or abuse them. Key provisions clarify that sexual intent elevates the felony classification and mandate registration under existing sex offender laws. This change modifies Texas Penal Code Section 25.04 and the Code of Criminal Procedure's definition of reportable offenses.

Maddy summaryHB 1490 would create a new criminal offense for specific unauthorized uses of vehicles, targeting conduct like driving a vehicle without permission in certain circumstances. The bill aims to address unauthorized vehicle use through defined legal penalties, though the exact scope of prohibited conduct isn't detailed in the available information. Currently in committee, the bill's full text is not accessible, so precise mechanisms or who would be directly affected cannot be confirmed from the provided context. For complete details, the full bill text would need to be reviewed when available.

Maddy summaryHB 387 increases criminal penalties for producing or distributing sexually explicit images or videos created using deep fake technology. The bill directly affects individuals who create or share such content without legal authorization, typically involving non-consensual use of someone's likeness. Key provisions raise the severity of penalties for these offenses, though specific changes to fines or imprisonment are not detailed in the title. The bill is currently under review in the Criminal Jurisprudence committee.

Maddy summaryHB 3661 prohibits school district and open-enrollment charter school officials and employees from engaging in electioneering (campaigning for political candidates) during work hours or using school resources. It creates a registry for individuals found to have violated this rule, barring them from serving on school boards or charter school governing bodies for up to three years. The bill also authorizes administrative penalties for violations and establishes a criminal offense for repeated or severe breaches. This law aims to separate partisan political activities from public school operations.