Rep. Cody Harris

Maddy summaryHR 77 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing March 18, 2025, as "Navarro County Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It formally welcomes a delegation from Navarro County to the Capitol on that date to celebrate the county's history and community. The resolution does not create new laws or policies - it is purely symbolic, extending a formal welcome to Navarro County residents attending the event. This type of resolution is common for honoring local communities and their contributions.

Maddy summaryHB 2171 requires all Texas public school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to adopt a policy mandating that the state song "Texas, Our Texas" be played before every school-sponsored athletic event, following the national anthem. This policy must be implemented by the 2026-2027 school year, with school boards required to adopt it by December 31, 2025. The bill directly affects every public school in Texas, ensuring the state song is played consistently before athletic competitions. It specifies the song must be performed after the national anthem, as defined in Texas Government Code Section 3101.005. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, with full implementation beginning in the 2026-2027 school year.

Maddy summaryHB 2172 limits how prosecutors can use unconfirmed misconduct allegations against peace officers. It prohibits law enforcement from sharing unadjudicated misconduct reports with prosecutors and bars prosecutors from considering such allegations when assessing an officer's credibility as a witness. The bill requires misconduct claims to be "finally adjudicated as sustained" (meaning officially confirmed through proper review) before they can be used. Peace officers who face credibility challenges can dispute them through administrative hearings at the State Office of Administrative Hearings, where a judge must determine if misconduct occurred based on a preponderance of evidence. This bill directly affects peace officers, prosecutors, and law enforcement agencies in Texas.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 391) formally honors Black Beauty Ranch in Murchison for its 46th anniversary. It recognizes the ranch’s work as a nonprofit animal sanctuary that has rescued and provided lifelong care for over 600 animals across 40 species - including primates, big cats, and horses - since its founding in 1979. The resolution specifically acknowledges the ranch’s history of rescuing animals from roadside zoos, circuses, and neglectful situations, as well as its educational programs promoting animal welfare. The Texas House of Representatives adopted the resolution to commend the ranch’s staff, volunteers, and supporters for their dedication.

Maddy summaryHB 2245 requires Texas election officials to send written notices to registered voters whose citizenship status matches certain databases (like motor vehicle records or federal databases). Voters must then submit proof of U.S. citizenship - such as a birth certificate, passport, or naturalization document - to the election office within a specified timeframe. The Secretary of State must monthly compare voter registration data against state birth records, motor vehicle databases, Homeland Security, and Social Security Administration systems. This bill directly affects voters whose registration information aligns with these external citizenship records and takes effect September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThe full text of HB 1725 is not available in the provided context. The bill's title indicates it concerns whether certain federal environmental regulations apply to motor vehicles exclusively manufactured, sold, and operated within the state. Without access to the bill's specific provisions or text, a detailed summary of its mechanisms or affected parties cannot be provided. The recent actions (filed, read first time, referred to State Affairs) do not clarify its content. For an accurate summary, the bill's full text would be required.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Texas law to protect school district professional employees (like teachers and staff) from personal liability for routine job duties involving judgment or discretion. It specifically removes liability for actions within their employment scope, but maintains accountability for using excessive force, causing injury through negligence, or committing certain criminal offenses against students - including sexual assault (covered under specific Penal Code sections) or crimes requiring sex offender registration. The law applies only to conduct occurring on or after September 1, 2025, and does not affect past incidents.

Maddy summaryHB 1806 prohibits Texas governmental entities (like cities, counties, or state agencies) from using public funds to support abortion-related services. It specifically bans taxpayer money from covering costs for travel, lodging, childcare, food, or counseling that helps individuals obtain an abortion or access abortion providers. The bill defines "abortion assistance entities" broadly to include groups providing financial aid, travel planning, or abortion-inducing drugs, and "abortion providers" as facilities performing over 50 abortions annually. This law directly affects government agencies and any organization receiving public funds that facilitates abortion access. The bill does not apply to federal programs conflicting with its provisions.

Maddy summaryHB 2206 requires school administrators (including superintendents, directors, and principals) to report certain employee misconduct to local police or sheriff's offices within 48 hours of becoming aware of allegations. It applies specifically when educators are alleged to have committed misconduct involving criminal acts as defined in the Education Code (subsections (b)(2)(A)/(A-1) and (c)(1)(A)/(B)). Failure to report can result in administrative fines ($500-$10,000) for educators or felony charges for intentional concealment. The bill mandates these reports to ensure timely law enforcement involvement in serious incidents involving school staff.

Maddy summaryHB 2342 protects public school employees (including teachers and staff) from discipline, termination, or retaliation by school districts for using terms consistent with a student's or colleague's biological sex when addressing them. The bill prohibits school districts from taking adverse action against employees who refer to students or other staff using terms based on biological sex. This applies to all public school districts and open-enrollment charter schools in Texas. The law would take effect September 1, 2025, unless passed with immediate effect through a two-thirds vote.