Rep. Ryan Guillen

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to create the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas and establish a dedicated fund. It directs the transfer of $3 billion from the state's general revenue fund to this new special fund starting January 1, 2026. The fund will provide grants for research, prevention programs, and treatment development related to dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and related disorders. The institute will oversee funding for research institutions, medical facilities, and collaborative efforts across Texas, directly benefiting residents affected by these conditions through expanded research and prevention initiatives.

Maddy summarySB 1706 allows state agency boards to hold closed meetings specifically to discuss defense, military, or aerospace matters. It directly affects state governmental bodies (like local boards or commissions) that handle federal defense projects. The bill defines these matters as either establishing military bases/facilities in Texas or offering economic incentives tied to federal defense grants. The law amends Texas Open Meetings rules to permit this exception for those specific issues, without requiring public disclosure during deliberations. This is a procedural change, not a new policy on defense funding or facility location.

Maddy summaryHB 3009 expands Texas' Department of Public Safety database to include individuals convicted of two or more specific violent offenses, including assault with a deadly weapon (Penal Code §§ 22.01, 22.02) or offenses involving force/deadly force, and non-citizens unlawfully present in the U.S. who have two or more such convictions. The bill requires the database to include full names, aliases, dates of birth, physical descriptions, conviction details, and for non-citizens, their last known location. It mandates that the DPS add historical data for qualifying offenders convicted before the law's effective date (by January 1, 2026), unless the individual would be removed from the database under existing rules. This affects law enforcement agencies and individuals with multiple violent offense convictions who meet the expanded criteria.

Maddy summaryHB 105 amends the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Act to create a new "priority project" category requiring applicants to commit to at least $750 million in investment by the end of the first tax year of the incentive period. Priority projects are exempt from standard job and investment requirements but must still generate sufficient tax revenue to offset school district losses from the agreement. The bill also clarifies that projects located in qualified opportunity zones (designated by the U.S. Treasury by 2026) must be situated within those zones to qualify for incentives. These changes streamline incentives for large-scale investments while maintaining fiscal accountability for local school funding.

Maddy summaryHB 2413 allows Texas counties to destroy "sensitive media devices" (data storage devices containing information regulated by state or federal law, like personal records) that are classified as salvage or surplus property. The bill requires county commissioners courts to approve destruction only when it prevents inadvertent disclosure of protected information during disposal. It specifically amends Local Government Code Section 263.1521 to establish this process, effective September 1, 2025. The bill directly affects county governments managing data storage devices, providing a clear procedure for secure disposal without requiring new data collection or regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 2993 amends Texas Penal Code Section 46.15 to exempt specific officials from handgun carrying restrictions in certain locations. The bill specifies that Sections 46.02 and 46.03 (which generally prohibit carrying handguns in places like public establishments) do not apply to peace officers, parole officers, community supervision officers, judicial officers, retired law enforcement officers, certain prosecutors, bailiffs, and juvenile probation officers while on duty and meeting specific conditions. This change directly affects these officials by allowing them to carry handguns during official duties in locations where the general public is restricted. The bill does not address county commissioners, despite the title suggesting otherwise, as the provided text contains no provisions for them.

Maddy summaryHB 2132 modifies Texas' low-income housing tax credit allocation process to specifically benefit projects reserved for elderly residents. The bill amends the Government Code to allow the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to award more points in project scoring for elderly-focused housing compared to general population housing, even when both projects meet the same criteria. This change applies only to applications submitted during the 2026 or later allocation cycles, not earlier ones. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, and repeals prior sections of the Government Code related to this process. The policy directly affects developers seeking tax credits for senior housing projects by adjusting how their applications are evaluated.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Texas Education Code Section 85.24 to expand the Texas A&M University System's board of regents authority over utility systems. It directly affects Texas A&M's operations, specifically allowing the board to construct, acquire, improve, and equip power, water, and sewer systems on university property - particularly in Brazos County. Key provisions include enabling the board to charge for these services to campus buildings (like dorms and athletic facilities), allocate costs to revenue-producing facilities, and issue bonds backed by future service fees to fund projects. The law creates a clear process for financing infrastructure upgrades without requiring new state appropriations.

Maddy summaryHB 1026 requires the Texas Department of Transportation to maintain Farm-to-Market Road 1021 (FM 1021) between Eagle Pass and Laredo in Dimmit, Maverick, and Webb Counties to support both economic development and border security. The bill amends the Transportation Code to mandate that this specific road corridor be kept in a condition suitable for these purposes. It directly affects travelers, local businesses, and border security operations along this route. The requirement takes effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4514 allows the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to use its image verification system to confirm an individual's identity upon request. The bill requires written consent from the person being verified, a fee to cover DPS costs, and strict confidentiality for all submitted information. It prohibits disclosure of images or personal data and mandates destruction of all submitted information after verification. This service directly affects anyone seeking identity verification (e.g., for legal or administrative purposes) who provides consent and pays the fee. The bill does not authorize use for criminal investigations or victim identification, as those remain covered under existing law.