Rep. Greg Bonnen

Maddy summaryHB 2456 requires all Texas public schools to fly the U.S. and Texas flags on every regular school day starting with the 2025-2026 school year. The bill permits schools to additionally display flags of the U.S. Armed Forces or their own official school flag, but prohibits displaying any other flags. This legislation directly affects all public schools governed by the Texas Education Code by establishing specific, mandatory flag display requirements. The policy change is limited to flag display protocols and does not alter other school operations or policies.

Maddy summaryHB 2285 defines "mass text message campaigns" as political ads sent to multiple recipients with campaign spending exceeding basic costs (like hardware and bandwidth). It requires clear disclosures in such texts and imposes fines of up to $10,000 per violation. Crucially, each text message sent in violation counts as a separate offense, increasing potential penalties. The law applies only to texts distributed on or after September 1, 2025, and does not affect past text-based political advertising.

Maddy summaryHB 1806 prohibits Texas governmental entities (like cities, counties, or state agencies) from using public funds to support abortion-related services. It specifically bans taxpayer money from covering costs for travel, lodging, childcare, food, or counseling that helps individuals obtain an abortion or access abortion providers. The bill defines "abortion assistance entities" broadly to include groups providing financial aid, travel planning, or abortion-inducing drugs, and "abortion providers" as facilities performing over 50 abortions annually. This law directly affects government agencies and any organization receiving public funds that facilitates abortion access. The bill does not apply to federal programs conflicting with its provisions.

Maddy summaryHCR 106 is a procedural resolution establishing a uniform numbering system for bills passed by the Texas Legislature. It requires clerks in both chambers to assign a single "Texas Legislative Act number" to each bill after it passes both houses, replacing the original house bill number on all official documents. This rule takes effect for the 90th Legislative Session and mandates that all future references to the bill (in journals, messages, and to the governor) use only this new number. The resolution directly affects legislative clerks, the enrollment process, and the electronic legislative information system.

Maddy summaryHB 1588 requires certain public officials - including school board members, judges, court staff, and attorneys general staff - to complete mandatory training on legal requirements for open meetings. The training must cover meeting procedures, notice rules, quorum requirements, and penalties for noncompliance, with specific content outlined in the bill. Officials must receive a certificate of completion, which they must maintain for public inspection. Training can be provided through regional education centers or approved providers, and at least one course must be available online at no cost.

Maddy summaryHB 3 establishes an education savings account program in Texas, allowing families to use state funds for approved educational expenses for children enrolled in public schools. The program, administered by the state comptroller, provides funding for costs like tuition at private schools, curriculum materials, or tutoring, with funds drawn from general revenue appropriations. Eligibility includes any child attending a public school who is not enrolled in a participating private school, with priority given to children with disabilities. The bill defines key terms and sets funding limits based on the previous biennium's allocation or the cost per participating child, creating a new option for families seeking alternatives to traditional public schooling.

Maddy summaryThe bill text for HB 1497 is not currently available in the provided context, only the title and basic action timeline are accessible. The title indicates it relates to the placement of a nativity scene on Capitol grounds, but without the full text, specific provisions or policy changes cannot be described. The bill was recently filed and referred to the Culture, Recreation & Tourism committee, but no concrete details about its requirements or affected parties are provided. For an accurate summary, the official bill text or PDF would be needed.

Maddy summaryHB 5 creates the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas to accelerate research on dementia and related disorders. The institute will award grants to Texas universities, medical facilities, and other eligible organizations for research into dementia causes, prevention strategies, treatments, and symptom mitigation. It establishes oversight committees to manage grants, ensure compliance, and requires annual public reports detailing funded projects and recipients. The institute is set to expire on September 1, 2035, unless extended under Texas Sunset Act procedures.

Maddy summaryHJR 3 proposes a constitutional amendment to create the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas and establish a dedicated fund. The bill would transfer $3 billion from the state's general revenue fund to this new special fund starting January 1, 2026, for research, prevention, and treatment of dementia and related disorders. The institute would award grants to Texas research institutions, medical facilities, and collaboratives to develop treatments, prevention programs, and address access to care. This initiative directly affects Texans living with dementia and their families, as well as researchers and healthcare providers in the state.

Maddy summaryHB 1158 requires Texas public schools to obtain written parental consent before providing human sexuality instruction to students. The bill mandates that schools give parents a separate, dedicated notice at least 14 days before such instruction begins, prohibiting bundling this request with other consent forms. It directly affects students in public schools receiving human sexuality education and their parents, who must provide written approval. The law applies starting the 2025-2026 school year.