Rep. Mando Martinez

Maddy summaryHB 8 reduces the maximum tax rate school districts can collect for the 2025-2026 school year by $0.0331, calculated using a new method in Section 48.2554 of the Education Code. It directly affects all Texas public school districts by adjusting how their maximum tax rates are determined, ensuring rates don’t drop below 90% of neighboring districts’ rates. The bill updates references to "maximum compressed tax rate" in multiple education funding laws to reflect this change and expires on September 1, 2027. It takes effect September 1, 2025, with no additional funding or program changes beyond the tax rate adjustment.

Maddy summaryThe bill HB 5475 is a procedural measure that directs a study and report on the Underground Facility Damage Prevention and Safety Act. It does not create new regulations or directly affect specific groups but requires a formal assessment of the existing Underground Facility Damage Prevention and Safety Act. The bill was filed on March 14, 2025, and referred to the Energy Resources committee on April 7, 2025. No substantive provisions or policy changes are described in the available context, as the bill's text is noted as "not currently available."

Maddy summaryHB 4521 requires for-profit emergency medical services (EMS) certification providers in specific Texas counties (adjacent to the Mexico border, with over 500,000 residents, and no city exceeding that population) to meet new standards. Providers must publicly disclose course costs online, pay a 10% fee based on student enrollment costs to the Health and Human Services Commission, and cannot charge students for this fee. The bill also mandates that course coordinators hold a bachelor's degree and have at least 10 years of EMS instructor experience. These requirements apply to all affected providers starting September 1, 2025, and do not apply to non-profit providers or other counties.

Maddy summaryHB 4782 requires county fire marshals in Texas counties that have adopted a fire code under Chapter 233 to be certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as the head of a prevention-only fire department. This applies only to fire marshals commissioned by counties on or after September 1, 2025. The bill amends the Local Government Code to establish this certification standard for new appointments in qualifying counties. It does not affect current fire marshals or counties without adopted fire codes.

Maddy summaryHB 4526 establishes a grant program through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to help cover costs for plugging abandoned or deteriorating water wells. The program provides 50% reimbursement for eligible costs to water districts (authorities regulating well spacing/production) or individual landowners who plug wells not within district boundaries. Applicants must submit documentation proving the well was properly plugged according to state rules, and the Texas Water Development Board verifies completion. The program is funded through money appropriated by the legislature into a dedicated account within the general revenue fund, effective September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 761) formally commemorates the 10th anniversary of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), which opened in 2015. It recognizes the university's achievements, including award-winning academic programs, over 56,000 degrees awarded, expansion of medical education (including South Texas' first medical school), and rankings as Texas' top public university for value and social mobility. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' congratulations to UTRGV's leaders, faculty, and staff, and directs that an official copy be presented to the university. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or direct impact on policies or constituents.

Maddy summaryThe bill text for HB 3919 is not available in the provided context. Only the title ("Relating to size and density requirements for residential lots in certain municipalities; authorizing a fee") and recent committee actions (referred to Land & Resource Management, pending in committee) are documented. Without the full bill text or specific provisions, a summary of its policy changes or affected parties cannot be generated. The PDF reference mentioned is inaccessible here.

Maddy summaryHB 16 expands funding options for water infrastructure projects under the Texas Water Development Board. It allows the state water fund to provide financial assistance to local governments (political subdivisions) for specific projects like desalination plants (marine and brackish water), produced water treatment (excluding oil/gas exploration), aquifer storage, reservoirs with federal/state permits, and potable water reuse systems. The bill also clarifies that funds can be transferred to designated state water programs, including the state water implementation fund and water bank account. This directly affects communities and local agencies developing new water sources to address Texas' growing demand. The changes amend existing Water Code sections to enable these financing mechanisms.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) honoring Ruben Reyna Sr., a Weslaco resident who passed away on March 5, 2025, at age 85. It commemorates his life as a longtime owner of Ruben's Body Shop (awarded "Best Auto Body Shop" in 2019), devoted family man (father of four, grandfather of eight, great-grandfather of three), and active member of St. Pius X Catholic Church. The Texas House of Representatives adopted the resolution to extend condolences to his family, including his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or legislative effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a legislative bill with policy changes), honoring Olga Rodriguez of Alamo, Texas, who died on March 5, 2025. The resolution memorializes her life, highlighting her roles as a devoted wife, mother of six children, community volunteer, and member of Resurrection Catholic Church. It extends sympathy to her husband, children, siblings, grandchildren, and extended family. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a ceremonial tribute adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on March 31, 2025.