Sen. Donna Campbell

Maddy summarySB 2688 designates a specific stretch of U.S. Highway 281 in Blanco and Burnet Counties (between State Highway 71 and Ranch Road 962) as the "Muckleroy Memorial Highway." The bill requires the Texas Department of Transportation to install markers at both ends of this highway segment and at appropriate intermediate locations. This is a purely symbolic naming measure with no funding, policy changes, or direct impact on residents or businesses. It does not alter road maintenance, construction, or existing highway designations.

Maddy summaryThis Texas bill prohibits most state agencies, courts, and the legislature from implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that influence hiring or workforce composition based on race, sex, or ethnicity. It bans offices conducting trainings or programs related to concepts like "systemic oppression," "anti-racism," or "gender theory" unless specifically approved by an attorney general for legal compliance. The law exempts universities and initiatives solely designed to meet federal or state legal requirements. It defines prohibited activities to prevent "differential treatment" or "special benefits" based on protected characteristics.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits insurance companies from denying coverage, limiting coverage, or charging higher rates to individuals who are widowed or whose marital status reflects the death of a spouse, compared to married individuals. It directly affects widowed people applying for or renewing insurance policies. The law requires insurers to treat widowed customers the same as married customers for rate-setting and coverage availability. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, and does not apply to policies delivered or renewed before that date.

Maddy summarySB 463 amends Texas law to define "facility" for workplace violence prevention rules, specifically including home health agencies (with ≥2 RNs), hospitals, nursing facilities, surgical centers, emergency care facilities, mental hospitals, intellectual disability care centers, and state supported living centers. This definition requires these facilities to comply with workplace violence prevention requirements by September 1, 2026. The bill directly affects healthcare providers operating under these specific facility types, mandating safety protocols to protect staff. It became effective September 1, 2025, after being signed by the Governor in May 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Texas Property Code definitions to clarify who can be appointed to handle foreclosure sales under contract liens. It revises the definitions of "substitute trustee" and "trustee" to explicitly include corporations, government entities, and other legal organizations - not just individuals - as authorized parties. This affects mortgage lenders, servicers, and the entities they appoint when exercising the power of sale on real property. The change streamlines the process by expanding the pool of eligible appointees without altering foreclosure procedures themselves.

Maddy summarySR 545 is a Senate resolution honoring Summer Willis for her advocacy work supporting survivors of sexual violence. The resolution recognizes her personal journey, including running 29 marathons to raise awareness and establishing the nonprofit Strength Through Strides, as well as her recent "The Last Time We Crawl" campaign where she crawled 13.1 miles at the Austin Marathon to symbolize survivor healing. This resolution is purely symbolic - it expresses the Texas Senate's recognition of her efforts through a formal resolution and a copy presented to her, with no policy changes or legislative mechanisms involved.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 532) is a symbolic gesture recognizing the Community Council of South Central Texas for its 60th anniversary. It honors the nonprofit organization, founded in 1965 to help low-income families in Comal County and later expanding to serve 31 Texas counties, for connecting residents with resources and building self-sufficiency through community partnerships. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Texas Senate's appreciation for the council's decades of service.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 536) honors Mark Garcia for his 25 years of service as Texas Senate auditor. It formally recognizes his professional contributions, dedication, and personal involvement with Senate colleagues and community activities like the Senate Christmas band and the Texas MS 150 fundraiser. The resolution directs the Senate to present Garcia with an official copy as a gesture of appreciation for his service. No new laws or policy changes are created by this resolution.

Maddy summarySB 922 requires healthcare providers to wait until the third business day after a sensitive medical test result is finalized before disclosing it electronically to patients or their representatives. Sensitive results include pathology/radiology reports indicating possible cancer or genetic test results. The law, effective September 1, 2025, applies to electronic disclosures via patient portals or email but does not impose penalties for non-compliance. This directly affects doctors, hospitals, and health systems using electronic health records to share patient information.

Maddy summarySB 2043 prohibits health care facilities and others from retaliating against physicians or health care providers who report violations related to patient safety, unsafe treatment practices, or public health risks. It directly affects nurses, pharmacists, technicians, and other health care workers who report concerns about care quality or safety. The law creates a civil remedy, allowing affected providers to sue for damages if retaliated against (e.g., through termination or demotion). This establishes a legal pathway for health care professionals to report safety issues without fear of workplace punishment.