Rep. Erin Zwiener

Maddy summaryHB 2 requires justices of the peace in counties without a medical examiner to complete training on managing mass fatality events within one year of election. The training covers autopsy decisions, body identification protocols, missing persons data collection, interagency coordination, and real-time family notifications. Failure to complete this training is defined as "incompetency" for removal under local government law. The bill also allows the Texas Commission on Fire Protection to access criminal history records for license applicants and employees while restricting disclosure of that information. It authorizes fees related to these requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 108 gives Texas counties the authority to establish drainage utilities for unincorporated areas, impose impact fees on new development to fund flood control improvements, and adopt land use regulations to manage flood risks. Counties can set rules like limits on impervious surfaces, lot sizes, and landscaping standards, but these must directly relate to flood management and cannot override municipal ordinances. The bill specifically applies to counties with populations of 3.3 million or more, or those bordering such counties, for impact fee authority. It also clarifies that county drainage systems must serve areas contributing to local watersheds while excluding municipal extraterritorial jurisdictions.

Maddy summaryHB 125 amends Texas law to define which counties must follow existing stormwater management regulations under Chapter 573 of the Local Government Code. It applies specifically to: counties with 2.8 million+ residents; districts coterminous with such counties that provide stormwater services; counties over 1.3 million with aquifer-based drinking water; or counties with 800,000+ residents containing part of the Edwards Aquifer or within the Hill Country Priority Groundwater Management Area. The bill does not create new regulations but specifies the geographic and demographic criteria for which jurisdictions fall under the current stormwater management chapter. This change affects county governments and water authorities in those designated areas.

Maddy summaryHB 112 requires youth camps and campus programs for minors to create emergency response plans meeting specific health and safety standards. Program operators must follow existing emergency planning rules for youth camps (as defined in the Health and Safety Code) and submit these plans for review. The division will assess plans based on disaster response capabilities, communication protocols, risk reduction for campers/facilities, and compliance with established criteria. Plans must address all required components and be revised if the division identifies needed changes within 30 days. This bill directly affects camp and program operators, mandating concrete safety planning for minors' protection.

Maddy summaryHB 239 requires youth camps and campus programs for minors in Texas to create and maintain emergency response plans following existing standards for youth camps. Program operators must develop plans covering disaster response, communication, and risk reduction, then submit them for review by the state division. The division evaluates plans based on specific criteria like response effectiveness and facility safety, with a 30-day window to revise plans if needed. This bill applies existing Health and Safety Code requirements (Sec. 141.0091-0093) to campus programs, ensuring they meet the same emergency preparedness standards as youth camps.

Maddy summaryHB 190 allows Texas counties to establish drainage utilities for unincorporated areas and adopt land use regulations - such as setback requirements, lot size standards, and landscaping rules - to manage flood risks without banning all development in floodplains. It also authorizes counties with populations of 3.3 million or more (or bordering such counties) to impose impact fees on new developments to fund stormwater and flood control improvements. County land use rules must be directly tied to flood management, and municipal ordinances override conflicting county regulations. The bill provides counties with new tools for flood mitigation but does not require them to implement these measures.

Maddy summaryHB 188 allows Texas counties to regulate impervious cover (such as pavement, rooftops, and concrete) in unincorporated areas to address flooding and drainage. It authorizes county commissioners courts to set rules for four specific purposes: reducing flood risk, supporting flood projects, improving drainage, and promoting natural flood mitigation features. This applies only to areas outside city limits, where counties have primary land-use authority. The bill becomes effective 91 days after the legislative session ends.

Maddy summaryThe context provided does not include the actual text or content of HB 114. The bill description states "This version is not currently available, but is coming soon. In the meantime, please see the PDF for the content of this bill," and no additional details about the bill's provisions, affected parties, or mechanisms are included. Without access to the bill's text or summary, a factual summary cannot be generated. The only available information is that the bill was filed on July 17, 2025, and relates to stormwater management regulation by certain counties.

Maddy summaryHB 2842 allows certain land managers, such as political subdivisions, property associations, or institutions, to control white-tailed deer populations using lethal methods in specific situations. It requires these entities to submit written notice to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department demonstrating either (1) that deer are damaging habitats of endangered species or (2) that deer overpopulation exists on their property and recreational hunting isn’t feasible. The department must inspect the property before approving a permit for lethal control. The bill updates permit rules to include electronic issuance and reporting requirements, but does not authorize hunting for recreational purposes.

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.