Rep. Ron Reynolds

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) honoring Cliff Albright, a cofounder of Black Voters Matter Fund. It recognizes his work promoting voter participation, including mobilizing voters in Alabama's 2017 Senate race, organizing in Southern states, and advocating for voting rights. The resolution formally expresses the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation for his efforts to empower Black communities and civic engagement. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryBased on the provided context, no substantive bill text or summary is available for HB 2433. The bill title indicates it relates to hotel occupancy tax collection by accommodations intermediaries (like online booking platforms), but the actual provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties are not described in the materials provided. The "Bill Text" section states it is "not currently available" and directs users to a PDF that is also unavailable. Without the full text or a substantive summary, a factual description of the bill's policy changes cannot be generated.

Maddy summaryHB 3296 establishes a Texas higher education consortium focused on civic education, requiring participating colleges (specifically Texas HBCUs and accredited institutions) to offer free civic education programs to state residents. The bill creates a state grant program to fund these programs, allowing institutions to partner with local governments, libraries, or community organizations to deliver curriculum, voter registration events, and digital resources. Grants cover faculty development, curriculum upgrades, infrastructure, and community partnership support. This directly affects eligible Texas colleges and students by removing cost barriers to civic education while expanding community-based program access.

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 summaryThis resolution designates March 25, 2025, as "Houston Minority Supplier Development Council Day" at the Texas State Capitol to honor the organization's work. It commemorates the HMSDC's 50+ years of supporting minority-owned businesses across the Texas Gulf Coast, including its role in generating over $14 billion in annual economic activity and preserving 70,000 jobs. The resolution serves as a ceremonial recognition by the Texas House of Representatives, extending a formal welcome to the HMSDC delegation attending Capitol events that day. It does not create new laws or alter existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes April 8, 2025, as "Texas African American Lawyers Foundation Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It acknowledges the Texas African American Lawyers Foundation (TAALF), a nonprofit organization founded by former leaders of the Texas State Bar's African American Lawyers Section, which supports Black legal professionals through networking, mentorship, and advocacy. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing the Texas House's support for TAALF's mission to strengthen the African American legal community and advance diversity in the profession. The House extended "sincere best wishes" for TAALF's Capitol visit and provided a formal copy of the resolution to the organization.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 8, 2025, as "Black Lawyers & Students Day" at the Texas State Capitol to honor The Barbara Jordan Leadership Institute (BJLI). It commends BJLI - a nonpartisan organization founded and led by Black women - for its work empowering Black civic leaders through voter education, leadership programs, and advocacy for health equity and economic justice. The resolution has no binding effect; it is purely ceremonial, expressing the Texas House of Representatives' recognition of BJLI's contributions. An official copy will be provided to BJLI as a gesture of respect.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 7, 2025, as "Jack and Jill of America Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It specifically recognizes the South Central Region of Jack and Jill of America, which includes chapters across Texas, New Mexico, and Louisiana. The resolution honors the organization's work since 1938 in developing leadership among African American youth aged 2-19 through service, education, and community programs. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding policy effect and serves only to acknowledge the group's contributions.

Maddy summaryHB 5581 creates an oversight advisory council to review Texas' foster care placement system and complaints about children in state conservatorship. The council, composed of seven members (including a foster parent, law enforcement representative, religious organization advocate, and community representatives appointed by the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker), meets twice yearly to analyze the department's foster care practices and complaints. It must submit annual reports with findings and recommendations to the department, health agency, and relevant legislative committees by December 1 each even-numbered year. The bill does not change foster care rules but establishes a formal review mechanism for oversight.

Maddy summaryHB 5071 clarifies that certain local permit regulations are exempt from state limits on municipal authority. It specifically exempts permits for buildings constructed under national building codes, zoning rules that don’t affect tree preservation or lot size, flood prevention measures in designated areas, and regulations for specific business types like sexually oriented businesses. Cities and towns can continue regulating these areas without state interference, directly affecting how local governments process construction permits and development approvals. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, and does not create new requirements but defines existing regulatory boundaries.