Sen. Donna Campbell

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution designates February 18, 2025, as Texas Music Advocacy Day to honor the Texas Chapter of the Recording Academy. It recognizes the state's musical heritage, including Texas-born artists and industry contributions that support over 210,000 jobs and generate billions in economic activity. The resolution specifically celebrates the Recording Academy's Texas Chapter and its role in advancing music education and the state's music industry. (SR 61)

Maddy summarySR 98 is a ceremonial Senate resolution recognizing Senator Judith Zaffirini on her birthday. It honors her service as Dean of the Texas Senate - the longest-serving and highest-ranking member - and acknowledges her historic role as the first Mexican American woman elected to the Texas Senate. The resolution celebrates her 38 years of legislative service, including over 72,000 consecutive votes since 1987, and her work on health care, education, and family support. It has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents, as it is purely a tribute with no legislative action required.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) designating February 11, 2025, as "Texas State Technical College Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It recognizes the college's role in providing technical education across 11 campuses and its contributions to student success and Texas' economic development. The resolution formally commends the college's students, faculty, and administrators for their work in higher education.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Texas Senate. It formally recognizes February 4, 2025, as "UTSA and UT Health San Antonio Day" at the State Capitol. The resolution commemorates the planned visit of representatives from The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) and The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) to the Capitol. It acknowledges their upcoming merger, which will create Texas' third-largest public research university with over 40,000 students and significant economic impact. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it is purely symbolic recognition.

Maddy summarySB 465 amends Texas Penal Code Section 28.03 to reclassify penalties for unauthorized entry, occupancy, or damage to real property, including dwellings. It increases criminal penalties based on the financial damage caused - such as $100+ for misdemeanors or $2,500+ for state jail felonies - and adds specific scenarios like disrupting water supplies or damaging livestock fences. The bill directly affects individuals who illegally occupy homes, trespass, or damage property, with stricter penalties for actions harming public services or livestock. It does not create new offenses but adjusts existing penalty tiers and authorizes a fee related to enforcement.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 14) honoring Deputy Jesus "Jesse" Vargas of the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office, who died in the line of duty on January 15, 2025. The resolution extends condolences to his wife, three daughters, parents, siblings, and colleagues, and memorializes him as a 17-year veteran dedicated to community service. It has no policy impact - it serves solely as a formal tribute with no legislative effect.