Rep. Salman Bhojani

Maddy summaryHR 402 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing April 3, 2025, as "House District 92 Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It does not create new laws or policies but formally welcomes residents and representatives from Texas House District 92 - covering communities like Arlington, Bedford, and Fort Worth - to celebrate at the Capitol. The resolution highlights the district’s economic significance (including American Airlines headquarters and a GM plant) and cultural contributions. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct impact on legislation or constituents beyond this symbolic recognition. The resolution was adopted by the Texas House on March 13, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 25, 2025, as "Texas Association of Charitable Clinics Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It recognizes the Texas Association of Charitable Clinics (TXACC), an organization supporting over 75 clinics that provide low-cost medical care to more than 220,000 Texans annually. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for TXACC's work in improving healthcare access, with no policy changes or funding provisions. It was adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on March 13, 2025.

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 1634 provides tuition and fee exemptions at Texas public colleges and universities for students who were under the conservatorship of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). It applies to students who were in DFPS care on specific dates, such as their 18th birthday, graduation, or during adoption proceedings, and who enroll as undergraduates or in dual-credit courses by age 25. The bill requires the Texas Education Agency and Higher Education Coordinating Board to create outreach programs targeting foster care facilities, foster parents, and schools to inform eligible students about the exemption. This policy directly benefits former foster youth transitioning to higher education by removing financial barriers to college access.

Maddy summaryHCR 97 designates April 14 as "Sikh Day" in Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035, recognizing the Sikh community's contributions to the state. The resolution highlights historical and cultural impacts, including Sikh immigrants' roles in agriculture, business, law enforcement, and disaster relief efforts like those during Hurricane Harvey. This symbolic recognition does not create new legal obligations but aims to honor the community's cultural and social contributions. The designation will remain effective until the 10th anniversary of the legislature's final passage of the resolution.

Maddy summaryHB 5 creates the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas to accelerate research on dementia and related disorders. The institute will award grants to Texas universities, medical facilities, and other eligible organizations for research into dementia causes, prevention strategies, treatments, and symptom mitigation. It establishes oversight committees to manage grants, ensure compliance, and requires annual public reports detailing funded projects and recipients. The institute is set to expire on September 1, 2035, unless extended under Texas Sunset Act procedures.

Maddy summaryHJR 3 proposes a constitutional amendment to create the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas and establish a dedicated fund. The bill would transfer $3 billion from the state's general revenue fund to this new special fund starting January 1, 2026, for research, prevention, and treatment of dementia and related disorders. The institute would award grants to Texas research institutions, medical facilities, and collaboratives to develop treatments, prevention programs, and address access to care. This initiative directly affects Texans living with dementia and their families, as well as researchers and healthcare providers in the state.

Maddy summaryHB 1048 would require Texas school districts to provide free full-day prekindergarten to eligible children who are at least 3 years old. The bill mandates that programs for children aged 4 and older must be full-day (previously only required for 4-year-olds), prohibits districts from charging tuition for these classes, and allows optional half-day programs for younger children. It expands access to early childhood education for eligible Texas students, primarily low-income or at-risk children meeting specific criteria under Section 29.153. Districts must comply with quality standards for high-quality prekindergarten programs under this bill.

Maddy summaryHB 1067 sets a minimum 7.5% compensation rate for sales agents selling Texas state lottery tickets, directly affecting agents who work at authorized retail locations like convenience stores. The bill requires that agents receive at least 7.5% of the ticket's retail price, plus optional performance-based bonuses for meeting sales volume or redemption targets. These bonuses are at the discretion of the lottery director or operator. The law takes effect on September 1, 2025.