Rep. Matt Morgan

Maddy summaryHB 147 requires Texas livestock owners (cattle, hogs, sheep, and goats) to record their animal identification methods - such as brands, tattoos, or electronic devices - with county clerks using an electronic system. County clerks must maintain these records electronically and send copies to the Texas Animal Health Commission within 30 days of receipt. Owners must update their recorded marks every 10 years, starting six months after September 1, 2031. This replaces paper-based registration with a digital registry to improve tracking and compliance across the state.

Maddy summaryThis Texas bill (HB 4901) requires app stores (like Apple App Store or Google Play) operating in Texas to verify users' ages and categorize them into four groups: child (<13), younger teen (13-15), older teen (16-17), and adult (18+). For minors (under 18), it mandates parental consent by linking accounts to a parent or guardian aged 18 or older. App stores must use reasonable methods to confirm age during account creation. The law directly affects app platforms and users under 18 in Texas, with no voting record available as the bill remains pending in committee.

Maddy summaryThe bill text for HB 3377 is not currently available in the provided context (marked as "This version is not currently available"). Without access to the bill's actual provisions, key mechanisms, or specific policy language, a factual summary cannot be generated. The available information only includes procedural dates (e.g., committee referral, hearing) and the bill's title, which describes a general topic but lacks concrete details. A summary of the policy changes cannot be created without the full bill text.

Maddy summaryHB 3314 establishes new energy efficiency standards for unvented attic and rafter assemblies in residential construction across Texas. It requires these assemblies to meet specific insulation levels (R-20 for climate zones 2-3, R-26 for zone 4), pass a blower door test (under 3.0 ACH50), include non-negative-pressure ventilation, and properly insulate exposed rafters in certain cases. The bill directly affects residential builders, local building jurisdictions, and new home construction projects. It creates an alternative compliance path for insulation standards under existing energy codes, effective September 1, 2025. The bill does not change the base energy code but provides an additional method to meet insulation requirements for specific attic/rafter designs.

Maddy summaryHB 675 modifies Texas public information law to limit fees for election-related records. It prohibits governmental bodies from charging for copies of election reports required under Election Code Chapter 254 unless those reports have been publicly available online for three years. The bill also gives the Attorney General authority to cancel or reduce fees if a government body failed to maintain records properly or comply with public information requests. The changes apply only to requests received on or after September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution recognizes February 20, 2025, as "Fort Bend County Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It honors community leaders and business representatives from Fort Bend County who will gather at the Capitol that day, hosted by the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce and the Central Fort Bend Chamber. The resolution extends a formal welcome to this delegation as part of their celebration of the county's contributions. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryHB 3790 increases criminal penalties for certain offenses committed by non-citizens (aliens) in Texas. If a court finds a defendant was an alien at the time of the offense (excluding traffic violations punishable by fine only), the penalty escalates to the next higher category: first-degree felonies now carry a minimum 7-year sentence, and Class A misdemeanors require at least 180 days in jail. The law applies only to offenses committed on or after September 1, 2025, and does not change what constitutes a crime. This bill directly affects non-citizens convicted of qualifying offenses in Texas courts.

Maddy summaryHB 10, the Regulatory Reform and Efficiency Act, creates the Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office within the governor's office to streamline how state agencies develop and enforce rules. The bill requires agencies to identify unnecessary regulations, reduce costs for businesses and individuals subject to rules, and improve public access to rule information through a new online portal. Key provisions mandate agencies set goals to eliminate ineffective rules and minimize regulatory burdens while maintaining public protection. This bill directly affects state agencies and the businesses, professionals, and residents regulated by their rules.

Maddy summaryThe full text of HB 5622 is not available in the provided context, so a detailed summary cannot be generated. The bill's title indicates it would prohibit private employers from requiring certain vaccines as a condition of employment and authorize administrative penalties for violations. Without access to the complete bill text, specific mechanisms, scope of "certain vaccine mandates," or direct affected parties cannot be accurately described. For a precise summary, please consult the official bill text or PDF.

Maddy summaryThe bill HB 5541 addresses potential discrimination by state agencies in occupational licensing decisions. It aims to prevent state agencies from denying or revoking occupational licenses based on protected characteristics like race, gender, or religion. The bill would require agencies to provide clear, non-discriminatory reasons for licensing decisions and establish a process for applicants to challenge alleged discrimination. However, the specific provisions and scope of the bill are not detailed in the provided context, as the full text is unavailable and only the title and filing date are documented.