Rep. Harold Dutton

Maddy summaryHR 1046 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating Dr. M. D. Morrison Sr. on receiving the 2025 Outstanding Texan Award from the Texas Legislative Black Caucus. It recognizes his service as a Baptist pastor, his role as the first African American minister deputized by the Victoria County Sheriff's Office, and his leadership of the Minister's Coalition of Harris County, which provides community aid. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Texas House of Representatives' approval and sends a formal copy to Dr. Morrison. This is a standard commemorative resolution with no legislative effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill), adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on May 23, 2025. It formally commemorates the 24th anniversary of the Nickel Sandwich Grill in Houston, which opened in March 2001. The resolution recognizes the restaurant's history, founder Craig Presley's community ties, and its role as a local institution. It has no policy impact or effect on any laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryHR 1243 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of Texas appointing the first all-female special Supreme Court in 1925. It commemorates Governor Pat Morris Neff’s appointment of three women - Chief Justice Hortense Sparks Ward and associate justices Ruth Virginia Brazzil and Hattie Leah Henenberg - to hear a high-profile land dispute case when male justices recused themselves. The resolution recognizes this historical milestone as a trailblazing moment for women in law, noting the court’s unanimous ruling and national media coverage. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or laws.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) recognizing students from Cobb Sixth Grade Campus in Galena Park Independent School District. It formally honors members of the school's honor society (selected for academic achievement and character) and student council (elected to represent peers) for their visit to the Texas State Capitol on May 22, 2025, marking the 25th anniversary of the school's Legislative Day event. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' recognition of these students' leadership and civic engagement. It passed unanimously on May 22, 2025, and includes a formal copy for the students as a gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryHR 1086 is a Texas House resolution commending the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion (known as the "Six Triple Eight"), an all-African American Women's Army Corps unit that served in Europe during World War II. The resolution honors their critical role in clearing a massive backlog of mail for U.S. troops, government personnel, and Red Cross workers in England and France - completing a six-month task in just three months despite facing racism and sexism. It follows the battalion's 2022 Congressional Gold Medal award and recent recognition, including a Netflix film released in December 2024.

Maddy summarySB 2794 amends Texas Penal Code sections to clarify the criminal offense of interfering with child custody. It specifically targets noncustodial parents who knowingly entice or persuade a child under 18 to leave the custody of the custodial parent or guardian. The bill establishes a Class C misdemeanor penalty ($500 fine) for first offenses, but elevates it to a state jail felony if the person has two prior convictions under this law or entices the child to leave the state. This bill applies only to offenses occurring on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 1242 is a ceremonial resolution adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on May 23, 2025, to honor Preston Paul Solarie following his death. The resolution recognizes his life, including his career as an engineer (working for companies like Boeing and Chevron), his 25-year marriage, fatherhood, community involvement in Narcotics Anonymous, and membership at the West Side Church of Christ. It specifically pays tribute to Solarie's family - his wife Janice, children Ian, LaSjhontae, and Yuri, grandchildren, sisters, and extended relatives - and directs the House to adjourn in his memory. As a memorial resolution, it has no legislative effect and solely serves to commemorate his contributions.

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution honoring Roy Leonard Grant Sr. of Houston, who died on March 30, 2025, at age 85. It pays tribute to his life, including his 35-year career as a pipefitter, military service in Germany, 54-year marriage, and extensive community involvement in Northeast Houston. The resolution extends condolences to his family - comprising his daughters, sons, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other relatives - and formally commemorates his legacy. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or legislative effect beyond honoring his memory.

Maddy summaryHB 50 requires healthcare providers to obtain patient consent before conducting blood screening tests for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and to inform patients they can opt out of the test. If a screening test is positive, providers must offer information about available healthcare, prevention, and support services. The bill applies to all medical screenings for STDs in Texas and takes effect January 1, 2026, after the Health and Human Services Commission adopts implementing rules. It does not change existing testing protocols but adds a consent requirement and post-positive support obligation for providers.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) passed by the Texas House of Representatives. It formally honors the Barrett Station Civic League's 150th Founders Day celebration on June 14, 2025, recognizing the history of Harrison Barrett, a freedman who established a community in Harris County after emancipation. The resolution expresses the House's "sincere best wishes" to participants and provides the civic league with an official copy as a gesture of "high regard." It has no policy impact or direct effect on any constituents.