Rep. Ryan Guillen

Maddy summaryHB 272 establishes a special fund called the Screwworm Abatement Trust (SWAT) Fund to support efforts preventing, controlling, and eradicating the New World Screwworm pest. The fund, managed by the state comptroller outside the main treasury, can receive gifts, donations, or appropriations (capped at $50 million) to cover related programs, research, surveillance, and emergency responses. It directly affects state agricultural agencies, universities, and other public entities that administer or utilize these pest control activities. The bill creates a dedicated funding mechanism for coordinated intergovernmental efforts without imposing new taxes or regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 275 modifies Texas property tax rules for agricultural land temporarily quarantined by the Texas Animal Health Commission due to ticks or screwworms. It ensures landowners maintaining agricultural designation during such quarantines (for at least 90 days) can request a reappraisal to reflect reduced land value caused by the infestation. The bill caps the reappraised value at 50% of the original tax year value or market value, whichever is lower. This directly affects Texas agricultural landowners in quarantine zones, providing relief during pest control efforts under Chapter 167 of the Agriculture Code. The changes apply to tax years with active quarantines and continue in subsequent years until the quarantine ends.

Maddy summaryThe bill text for HB 276 ("Relating to parasitic insect control") is not currently available in the provided context. The system indicates the content will be available soon, with a note to refer to a PDF for details. No specific provisions, affected parties, or policy mechanisms can be identified from the available information. Without access to the bill's actual text or summary, a factual summary cannot be generated. We recommend checking the official bill document when it becomes available for details.

Maddy summaryHB 111 creates civil immunity for individuals who use or threaten to use force or deadly force that is justified under Texas Penal Code Chapter 9. It protects defendants in civil lawsuits from liability for personal injury or death resulting from such justified actions. The bill presumes justification if a criminal case involving the same force ends in acquittal, dismissal, or a grand jury declining to indict. Additionally, defendants found immune under this law may recover attorney fees and related costs from the plaintiff. This applies only to civil cases arising after the law's effective date.

Maddy summaryHJR 17 proposes a constitutional amendment to allow the Texas legislature to define key terms for farm product tax exemptions. Specifically, it would let lawmakers establish official definitions for "farm products" and "in the hands of the producer" through general law, potentially including livestock, poultry, timber, and farming supplies. This change would directly affect Texas farmers who currently qualify for property tax exemptions on farm products they produce. The amendment must be approved by voters in a May 2026 election before taking effect.

Maddy summaryHB 110 clarifies definitions for Texas farm product tax exemptions, directly affecting farmers who sell livestock, poultry, eggs, or timber. It adds these specific products to the definition of "farm products" under tax law and defines when such items count as "in the hands of the producer" (e.g., owned by the farmer on January 1 of the tax year). The bill takes effect only for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2027, but only if voters approve a related constitutional amendment in 2025. This change ensures consistent tax treatment for certain agricultural products without altering current exemption rules.

Maddy summaryHB 32, the Texas Women's Privacy Act, requires that certain facilities - such as restrooms, locker rooms, and family violence shelters - be designated and used based on biological sex, defined as the physical condition of being male or female at birth as determined by sex organs, chromosomes, and original birth records. The law applies to correctional facilities, family violence shelters, institutions of higher education, local governments (political subdivisions), and state agencies. It authorizes civil penalties for violations and creates a private right of action, allowing individuals to file lawsuits if they believe the law has been breached. The bill does not apply to state agencies as political subdivisions but covers them separately under the law's definition of "state agency."

Maddy summaryHB 84 authorizes Texas pharmacists to dispense ivermectin for human use without a doctor's prescription, directly affecting pharmacists and patients seeking this medication. The bill requires the state health commissioner to issue a statewide order with standardized protocols for pharmacists, including patient instructions and annual reporting on dispensing volumes. It also provides legal protection for pharmacists who follow the order, shielding them from liability or disciplinary action. The commissioner must issue this order within 91 days after the legislative session ends, implementing the policy changes outlined in the new Health and Safety Code section.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes Texas municipal rules for new federally regulated manufactured homes (HUD-code). It requires cities and towns to allow installation in residential areas unless they deny applications in writing within 45 days. Municipalities cannot charge extra fees for transportation/installation beyond actual costs or create zoning barriers that block these homes in residential zones. The law ensures these homes can be placed in at least one residential zoning category without being prohibited across all residential areas. (Effective September 1, 2025)

Maddy summaryHB 4530 amends Texas Water Code to establish clearer processes for dedicating surface and groundwater rights to the Texas Water Trust for environmental purposes. It requires commission review (for surface water) and board approval (for groundwater) before rights can be placed in the trust, with input from the Parks and Wildlife Department and agriculture agencies. The bill mandates that trust-managed water rights must align with their original environmental dedication (such as maintaining instream flows, habitat, or bay inflows) and maximize ecological benefits. This directly affects water rights holders seeking to voluntarily transfer rights, as well as state agencies managing water resources.