Rep. Mitch Little

Maddy summaryHB 3491 creates a process for specific election participants to request explanations about potential irregularities in Texas elections. It allows candidates, party chairs, election judges, or political committee heads to submit written requests to county clerks for explanations and documentation regarding issues like voting discrepancies or procedural violations. County clerks must respond within 20 days for initial requests and 10 days for follow-ups, with unresolved cases escalating to the Secretary of State for a potential audit within 30 days. The bill establishes clear timelines for addressing concerns but does not detail the civil penalty mentioned in its title.

Maddy summaryHB 3548 clarifies that open-enrollment charter schools must comply with existing education code requirements regarding health instruction on human sexuality, sexual orientation, and gender identity. It amends Section 12.104(b) of the Education Code to explicitly include charter schools under the same regulatory framework as traditional public schools for these topics. The bill ensures charter schools follow established rules for curriculum content, monitoring, and reporting related to this instruction. It does not change the content of required instruction but specifies that charter schools must adhere to the same standards as other public schools. The bill is currently in the Public Education committee for review.

Maddy summaryHB 3399 prohibits physicians and health care providers in Texas from performing certain gender transition procedures or prescribing specific treatments for minors (under 18) using public funds. It bans surgeries like hysterectomy, orchiectomy, and mastectomy, as well as prescription drugs that block puberty or cause infertility (e.g., puberty blockers or high-dose hormone therapy). The bill specifically targets Medicaid and public assistance programs, restricting their use for these services for children. Exceptions allow care with parental consent for individuals under 18. The law applies to all public health programs covered under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 161.

Maddy summaryHB 3055 would prohibit political subdivisions (such as cities, counties, or special districts) from acquiring real property outside their county's boundaries through any method, including purchase, lease, gift, or eminent domain. The bill specifically restricts local governments from expanding land holdings beyond their current county jurisdiction, with no exceptions unless other laws explicitly permit it. This change would take effect on September 1, 2025, and directly affects all local governments in Texas seeking to acquire property outside their county lines. The bill does not alter existing authority for property within a subdivision's county boundaries.

Maddy summaryBased solely on the provided context, HB 3049's title indicates it would designate animal control officers as first responders, but the bill text is unavailable (marked "not currently available"). The summary section is empty, and no specific provisions, affected groups, or mechanisms are described in the provided information. The bill was filed on February 19, 2025, and referred to the Homeland Security committee. Without the full bill text or summary, a factual policy description cannot be provided.

Maddy summaryHB 3236 increases criminal penalties for driving while intoxicated in school crossing zones during reduced speed periods. It amends Texas Penal Code Section 49.04 to elevate such offenses from a Class B misdemeanor to a state jail felony when operating a vehicle in a school crossing zone under the reduced speed limit (as defined in Transportation Code Section 541.302). The bill applies only to offenses committed on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025. This change directly affects drivers convicted of driving under the influence near schools during designated crossing times, imposing stricter penalties than current law. The legislation does not alter existing penalties for similar offenses outside school zones.

Maddy summaryHB 3186 requires out-of-state colleges competing against Texas public universities in intercollegiate athletics to certify 30 days before the event that they will follow Texas' biological sex-based team eligibility rules. It directly affects out-of-state institutions competing against Texas schools in sports, mandating this certification to ensure compliance with Texas' policy. The bill adds this certification requirement to the Education Code, applying to all such competitions starting in the 2025-2026 academic year. It does not alter existing rules for Texas schools or individual athlete eligibility.

Maddy summaryHB 3176 prohibits the manufacture, sale, or distribution of products developed using mRNA material for preventing or treating communicable diseases within Texas. It defines "mRNA material" as substances introducing messenger RNA corresponding to viral proteins. The law applies directly to pharmaceutical companies and distributors of such products, banning these activities statewide. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 3175 would allow Texas pharmacists to dispense ivermectin (a medication typically used for animal parasites) without a doctor's prescription, overriding existing laws. The bill requires the state health commissioner to issue a statewide rule with standardized protocols, patient instructions, and annual reporting on dispensing volumes. Pharmacists acting in good faith would be protected from legal liability for dispensing under this rule. It directly affects pharmacists, patients seeking ivermectin, and state health oversight, creating a new dispensing framework for this medication. The bill is pending in the Public Health committee as of March 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 3160 requires Texas public school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to adopt internet safety policies that comply with federal law (Children's Internet Protection Act) and mandate vendors to certify they won't provide obscene or harmful content to minors. It also requires schools to create a public process for reporting and responding to internet safety concerns, with annual reports submitted to the education agency. Public libraries must adopt similar policies protecting minors accessing online resources, including vendor certifications. Non-compliant school districts face withheld state funding under Chapters 46 and 48 until they meet the requirements.