Rep. Ryan Guillen

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive bill. It formally recognizes April 15, 2025, as "Wilson County Day" at the Texas State Capitol, inviting the county's delegation to celebrate. The resolution highlights Wilson County's history and agricultural significance but creates no new laws or obligations. It directly affects Wilson County residents participating in the Capitol event on that date.

Maddy summaryHB 1835 requires Texas municipalities to permit the installation of new HUD-code manufactured homes as residential dwellings in appropriate areas, including subdivisions and rental communities, unless they provide written denial within 45 days. It prohibits local governments from imposing unreasonable restrictions, specific use permits, or fees for transportation and installation beyond actual costs incurred. The bill mandates that municipalities allow these homes under at least one residential zoning classification and prevents zoning rules that indirectly ban them across all residential zones. This affects homeowners, manufacturers, retailers, and local governments by standardizing regulations for new manufactured housing. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.

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 summaryHB 5243 would prohibit SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) beneficiaries in Texas from using their benefits to purchase energy drinks, sweetened beverages, carbonated drinks, candy, potato/corn chips, and packaged cookies. The bill defines "energy drink" as containing at least 65mg caffeine per 8oz and "sweetened beverage" as any nonalcoholic drink with added sweetener. Exceptions include milk products, milk substitutes (like soy milk), unsweetened juices, infant formula, and certain fortified products containing protein or vitamins. This policy change directly affects SNAP recipients who would no longer use benefits for the listed items, while allowing coverage for specified healthier alternatives.

Maddy summaryHB 2470 would lower the minimum age to obtain a Texas license to carry a handgun from 21 to 18 years old, directly affecting responsible individuals aged 18-20 who are otherwise eligible under state and federal law. The bill amends Section 411.172(a)(2) of the Government Code to remove the current 21-year requirement, aligning with a federal court ruling that found the prior age limit unconstitutional for this age group. It maintains existing prohibitions, meaning individuals with felony convictions, fugitives, or other disqualifiers would still not qualify. The bill does not change firearm possession rules for those under 18 or alter other eligibility criteria like criminal history.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Texas to recognize valid handgun licenses issued by other states, directly affecting out-of-state license holders and Texas law enforcement. It mandates recognition if the other state either has a reciprocal agreement with Texas or conducts background checks through FBI databases (National Crime Information Center and Interstate Identification Index) before issuing licenses. Texas will publish an annual list of states recognizing Texas licenses. The bill repeals prior requirements for out-of-state license recognition and takes effect September 1, 2025, unless approved for immediate effect by a two-thirds vote.

Maddy summaryHB 4660 establishes that space flight activities in Texas fall under both federal and state jurisdiction, prohibiting counties, municipalities, or other local entities from banning or regulating these activities (except as specified in Section 61.132 of the Natural Resources Code). The bill specifically applies to counties bordering the Gulf of Mexico with FAA-approved spaceports and smaller municipalities (under 150,000 population) that have beach access plans. It requires advance notice to local governments for launch dates between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. (to the municipality) or 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. (to the commissioners court), and allows temporary beach closures near launch sites for public safety during those dates. The bill does not create new regulations but clarifies local governments' limited authority over space flight activities near coastal areas.

Maddy summaryHB 422 reduces the annual bond limit for water projects in Texas economically distressed areas from $100 million to $25 million. It directly affects water supply and sewer projects in these areas by limiting the Texas Water Development Board's ability to issue bonds for such initiatives. The key provision amends the Water Code to cap dedicated bonds under Section 17.0111 at $25 million annually, while maintaining a separate $50 million cap for other bond types. This change restricts funding availability for infrastructure development in underserved communities. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 365 amends the Texas Water Code to increase the maximum amount of non-repayable financial assistance the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) can provide to local governments in economically distressed areas. The bill raises the cap from 70% to 90% of the total principal amount of state-issued bonds (plus outstanding interest) authorized for water development projects under Article III of the Texas Constitution. This change allows the TWDB to grant more funding without requiring repayment, potentially expanding support for water infrastructure in struggling communities. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.