Rep. Vikki Goodwin

Maddy summaryHB 2676 requires certain licensed professionals (like cosmetologists and estheticians) to complete approved coursework on identifying abnormal skin growths, including melanoma, to obtain or renew their licenses. The bill mandates that license holders provide proof of this training when applying for or renewing their licenses. It also protects these professionals and their employers from civil or criminal liability when referring patients to medical professionals for skin concerns, acting in good faith. The law applies specifically to occupations under Texas Occupations Code Chapters 201 and 455.

Maddy summaryHB 2423 clarifies that medical treatment for miscarriage or suspected miscarriage is not considered an abortion under Texas law. The bill amends the Health and Safety Code to explicitly exempt such treatment from the legal definition of abortion, which previously could have been interpreted as requiring a medical exemption. This change directly affects healthcare providers who treat miscarriages, ensuring they can provide standard care without triggering abortion-related legal restrictions. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, and aligns with established medical practices for managing miscarriages.

Maddy summaryThis bill would amend Texas law to explicitly include equipment used for testing or analyzing controlled substances (such as devices measuring drug strength, purity, or effectiveness) in the definition of "drug paraphernalia." Currently, such testing equipment is not specifically listed under this definition. The change would extend existing paraphernalia laws to cover these tools, making their possession or use for drug-related purposes illegal. It directly affects individuals who handle or use such equipment in connection with controlled substances.

Maddy summaryHB 2422 requires sellers of residential property in Texas to provide a standardized disclosure notice about the property's condition and features. The bill amends Property Code §5.008(b) to mandate a specific form that sellers must complete, disclosing items like appliances (range, oven, dishwasher), home systems (security, smoke detectors), and occupancy status. This affects residential real estate sellers by requiring written disclosure of known property conditions before sale. The notice explicitly states it is not a warranty and does not replace buyer inspections. The bill focuses on standardizing disclosure requirements, not water rights or services as the title suggests.

Maddy summaryHB 2425 amends Texas law to clarify the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation's mission, focusing on providing housing for low, very low, and extremely low-income residents. The bill specifies that the corporation must prioritize loans and bonds for individuals and families earning no more than 60% of the state median income (or 60% of area median income adjusted for family size) for single-family homes, and requires 40% of multifamily units to be affordable at that income level or 20% at 50% of median income. It mandates that the corporation work with banks and lenders to direct affordable housing finance primarily to these income groups. The bill directly affects low-income Texans seeking housing assistance and the corporation's operations in administering affordable housing programs.

Maddy summaryHB 1807 allows students with seizure disorders at Texas public schools to self-administer their prescribed anti-seizure medication under specific conditions. To qualify, students must demonstrate to their doctor and school nurse that they can safely use the medication, and their parent must provide written authorization along with a physician's statement detailing the medication's purpose, dosage, timing, and duration. The bill amends Texas Education Code sections 38.015 and 38.032 to establish these requirements, ensuring students can manage their condition during school hours or school activities. It directly affects students with seizure disorders who meet the verification and documentation criteria.

Maddy summaryHB 2250 makes it a criminal offense for an adult to negligently leave a firearm accessible to a child under 18, requiring secure storage (like locking an unloaded firearm in a sealed container or using a trigger lock). It applies when a child gains access due to failing to secure the firearm or leaving it in a location the adult knew or should have known a child could reach. The law directly affects parents, guardians, or adults responsible for firearm storage. Key defenses include supervised hunting/sporting use, lawful defense, trespassing, or agricultural activity, and the law takes effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 2255 requires oil companies to notify both the Railroad Commission of Texas and the surface landowner at least three days before testing inactive oil or gas wells. It mandates Commission approval before testing can occur and grants surface landowners the right to witness these tests. The bill directly affects oil companies conducting well tests and landowners whose property hosts inactive wells regulated by the Railroad Commission. Key provisions include standardized notification timelines and a requirement for Commission oversight of testing procedures. This applies only to fluid level or hydraulic pressure tests conducted on or after September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThe context provided does not include the actual text or summary of HB 1792. 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." Without access to the bill's provisions, voting record, or detailed summary, a factual description of its provisions, affected parties, or mechanisms cannot be generated. The available information only notes the bill was filed on January 8, 2025, and referred to the Public Health committee on March 14, 2025. A complete summary requires the bill's full text, which is not provided.

Maddy summaryHB 1956 requires peace officers to immediately seize any firearm found in the possession of a person taken into emergency custody under mental health protocols (Health and Safety Code §573.001(a)). This applies specifically to individuals detained during mental health emergencies, directly affecting officers executing such detentions and the individuals involved. The bill mandates seizure upon detention and directs officers to follow existing procedures in the Code of Criminal Procedure (Article 18.191) for handling seized firearms. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.