Sen. Angela Paxton

Maddy summarySB 1859 amends Texas law to clarify definitions for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), including nurse practitioners, nurse midwives, nurse anesthetists, and clinical nurse specialists. The bill establishes specific regulatory terms in the Occupations Code, such as defining "professional nursing" and the role of the Texas Board of Nursing. While the bill title references payment provisions for APRNs in government employee health plans, the provided text only includes the definitions section and does not detail payment mechanisms. This summary is based solely on the regulatory definitions contained in the bill text.

Maddy summarySB 1167 eliminates the statute of limitations for civil lawsuits seeking compensation for personal injury resulting from specific crimes against children or disabled individuals. The bill removes the usual two-year time limit for filing such suits, allowing victims to pursue legal action at any time for offenses including child sexual assault, continuous sexual abuse, and certain sexual trafficking as defined in Texas Penal Code. It applies retroactively to past cases of child sexual abuse, meaning victims can file lawsuits for abuse that occurred before the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. This change directly affects survivors of these crimes by expanding their legal options for seeking redress.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 175) formally recognizes February 2025 as Black History Month in Texas. It does not create new laws or policies, but serves as a symbolic gesture by the Texas Senate to honor African American contributions to Texas history and culture. The resolution encourages all Texans to learn about the achievements and heritage of Black communities in the state, as detailed in the preamble. As a commemorative resolution, it has no direct legal effect on citizens or government operations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 168), not a substantive bill. It formally recognizes representatives from the City of Allen, the Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce, and Allen Independent School District (Allen ISD) for attending "Allen Days" at the Texas State Capitol on February 26-27, 2025. The resolution provides background on Allen's population, city leadership, Chamber of Commerce, and Allen ISD's role serving over 21,000 students. It does not create new laws or policy changes; it simply extends a formal welcome from the Texas Senate to the visiting delegation.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 167) honoring Kenneth Wayne Garner of Plano, who died on May 7, 2024. The Texas Senate resolution pays tribute to his life, recognizing his career as an engineer and business owner, his volunteer work, and his family. It extends sympathy to his family and instructs the Senate to adjourn in his memory. No policy changes or affected parties are involved - this is purely a ceremonial tribute with no legislative effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a policy bill. Senate Resolution 152 formally recognizes February 26, 2025, as "Orange and Maroon Legislative Day" to honor the partnership between The University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&M University. It highlights both institutions' contributions to Texas through education, research, military support, and cultural engagement, citing their combined student enrollment, research funding, and alumni networks. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a symbolic recognition by the Texas Senate.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 133) formally recognizes February 25-26, 2025, as "Plano Legislative Days" in the Texas Senate. It acknowledges that Plano city representatives, the Plano Chamber of Commerce, and Plano Independent School District officials will visit the State Capitol during those dates. The resolution does not create new laws or policies - it is purely a ceremonial acknowledgment of Plano's community engagement. It directly affects Plano's local leaders and organizations participating in the Capitol visit. No concrete policy changes or mechanisms are involved.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution designating February 25, 2025, as "Baylor Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It recognizes Baylor University's history as Texas' oldest continuously operating university (founded 1845) and its contributions to education, research, and student life. The resolution does not create new laws or policies - it is a symbolic gesture of recognition with no practical impact on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 142) is a symbolic recognition of Baylor University's Bob Bullock Scholars Program and its current participants during the 89th Texas Legislature. It does not create new laws or policies but formally honors the program, which places Baylor students to work full-time with Texas legislators during sessions while earning academic credit. The resolution specifically commends the seven scholars working with specific legislators (e.g., Molly Brown with Rep. Jeff Leach) and the program's director, Dr. A. Patrick Flavin. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or direct impact on constituents or policy.

Maddy summarySB 1102 requires Texas midwives to complete specific training in newborn screening, administration of certain drugs (like those for labor/postpartum care or prevention of conditions), and basic life support (BLS) certification. It mandates a pharmacology course covering these drugs as part of midwives' continuing education requirements. The bill clarifies that midwives may administer these specified drugs without it being considered practicing medicine, but prohibits administering other prescription drugs except under limited exceptions. These new requirements take effect for license renewals on or after February 1, 2026.