Rep. Candy Noble

Maddy summaryHJR 16 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring Texas courts to deny bail to non-citizens (defined as "illegal aliens" under the bill) charged with felony offenses if a judge finds probable cause they committed the crime. The amendment specifies that bail denial applies only after a hearing where probable cause is established, not automatically. This change would require voter approval in November 2025 before taking effect, as it seeks to amend the Texas Constitution. The bill directly affects non-citizens facing felony charges in Texas courts who meet the defined "illegal alien" criteria.

Maddy summaryHB 2696 requires Texas public elementary and secondary schools to display a durable poster or framed copy of the Ten Commandments in every classroom, starting with the 2025-2026 school year. The display must be at least 16 inches wide by 20 inches tall, contain only the specific text listed in the bill (including the full biblical wording), and be legible from any point in the classroom. Schools may accept privately donated displays meeting these requirements or use district funds to purchase compliant displays if needed. This law applies to all public schools and explicitly states they cannot claim exemption from this requirement.

Maddy summaryHB 2550 requires new members of appraisal district boards (starting January 1, 2026) to complete a 10-hour training program covering property tax administration, budgeting, and valuation methods. The training, prescribed by the state comptroller, must address how appraisal districts allocate budgets among local taxing units and value taxable property. Temporary or provisional board members may serve up to one year without training, and nonvoting board members are exempt. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, with the comptroller required to finalize the training curriculum by January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 2519 requires property sellers and buyers (grantors and grantees) to submit a completed "notice of real property title transfer" form when recording property deeds in Texas. This form must include both parties' full names, addresses, telephone numbers, citizenship status, and social security numbers or taxpayer identification numbers. The county clerk must keep this notice separate from public property records, making it confidential under state law, though it may be shared with state agencies for government purposes. The bill directly affects all individuals or entities buying or selling real property in Texas by adding new disclosure requirements for property transfers.

Maddy summaryHB 2378 creates a state registry of individuals ineligible for employment or security roles in Texas public schools, including those found to have engaged in an improper relationship with a student. The bill amends Education Code sections to require school districts to check this registry before hiring and to prohibit employment of anyone listed, including those with specific misconduct findings like improper student relationships (cited under Section 22.093(c)(1)(A) or (B)). It directly affects school districts, charter entities, and security personnel by mandating registry checks and exclusion of ineligible individuals. The policy change establishes a concrete, system-wide screening mechanism to prevent such misconduct from occurring in educational settings.

Maddy summaryHB 1872 repeals a requirement in Texas law that appraisal districts periodically verify whether homeowners still qualify for residence homestead property tax exemptions. This bill directly affects homeowners receiving these exemptions (which lower property taxes on primary residences) and the appraisal districts responsible for administering them. The key change removes the administrative process where districts had to confirm annually that exemption recipients met eligibility criteria. This simplifies the verification process but does not alter the eligibility rules for the exemption itself. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, unless passed with a two-thirds vote for immediate implementation.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive bill. It formally commemorates DiscoverSTEM's Innovation Day at the Texas State Capitol on March 18, 2025, recognizing the organization's work with youth (ages 10-18) in STEM education, innovation programs, and patent development. The resolution extends the Texas House of Representatives' recognition to DiscoverSTEM and its participants but does not create any new laws, funding, or policy changes. It serves solely as a symbolic expression of support for the organization's educational initiatives.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 410) is a symbolic resolution recognizing May 2025 as Jewish American Heritage Month in Texas. It formally acknowledges the historical contributions of Jewish Americans to the U.S. since 1654, including their roles in government, military, science, culture, and community life. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding effect or policy changes - it serves only to honor this heritage through official recognition. The Texas House of Representatives adopted this resolution on March 13, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 2116 requires all Texas public elementary and secondary schools to display a specific 16x20 inch poster or framed copy of the Ten Commandments in every classroom, using the exact text and formatting outlined in the bill. The poster must include the full biblical text of the Ten Commandments as specified in Section 1.0041(c), be legible from any point in the classroom, and cannot include additional content. Schools may accept private donations meeting these requirements or replace non-compliant displays using public funds. The law takes effect for the 2025-2026 school year.

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.