Rep. Pat Curry

Maddy summaryHB 749 requires food service establishments in Texas serving shrimp imported from outside the U.S. to provide customers with a notice about the shrimp's origin. This notice must be displayed either on menus or in a visible area of the establishment. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, but businesses have until March 1, 2026, to comply. It directly affects restaurants and food venues serving imported shrimp, mandating transparency about the shrimp's import source without altering import regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 717 would protect public school employees in Texas from being prohibited from engaging in religious speech or prayer during work hours, unless a school district or government entity demonstrates a compelling state interest that requires the restriction and uses the least restrictive means possible. The bill specifically prohibits schools from infringing on this right except in narrowly defined circumstances, such as preventing disruption to school operations. This proposed law directly affects all public school employees (teachers, staff, etc.) in Texas school districts and charter schools, but it is still pending in committee and has not become law. The bill would take effect immediately if passed by a two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers, otherwise on September 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires meat, poultry, and shrimp products sold in Texas to include a clear label statement indicating whether the product originated in Texas. It directly affects retailers, restaurants, and distributors selling these food items within the state. The law mandates a simple "origin" notice on all relevant product labels, replacing vague or missing origin information. The requirement will take effect on September 1, 2025, following adoption of implementing rules by the Health and Human Services Commission.

Maddy summaryHB 515 requires Texas public school districts to adopt written policies banning student use of personal electronic devices (like smartphones) during school hours. Students must store devices in lockable containers provided by the district, with exceptions for medical needs requiring written documentation from a healthcare provider. Districts must also report on policy effectiveness to the Texas Education Agency, including impacts on student behavior, mental health, and feedback from students and staff. The law takes effect for the 2025-2026 school year.

Maddy summaryThe full text of HB 239 is not available in the provided context, only its title and basic status. The title indicates the bill relates to regulations for entering or using private spaces and authorizes civil penalties, but specific provisions, affected parties, or mechanisms cannot be described without the bill text. Recent actions show it was filed in November 2024 and referred to State Affairs in February 2025. Without access to the bill's content, a detailed summary of its policy changes cannot be generated. For accurate details, consult the official bill PDF or legislative database.

Maddy summaryHR 338 is a ceremonial resolution designating February 25, 2025, as "Baylor Day at the State Capitol" to honor Baylor University's delegation visiting Austin. It recognizes the university's founding in 1845, its status as Texas' oldest continuously operating university, and its academic programs (including 133 undergraduate degrees and research classification), athletic achievements, and motto. The resolution extends "sincere best wishes" to the visiting delegation during their Capitol visit but contains no policy changes or direct effects on legislation or constituents. This is a symbolic gesture with no binding obligations or financial implications.

Maddy summaryThis resolution recognizes February 13, 2025, as "West Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It formally welcomes residents of West, Texas, to celebrate their city's Czech heritage and community identity. The resolution does not create new laws or policies - it simply commemorates the town's history and cultural significance. It directly affects the city of West, Texas, and its delegation visiting the Capitol on that date.

Maddy summaryHR 163 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February 11, 2025, as "West Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It honors the town of West, Texas, for its Czech heritage, including its designation as the "Czech Heritage Capital of Texas" and its annual Westfest celebration. The resolution extends a formal welcome to West residents attending the event but does not create new laws or affect policies. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal impact and solely serves to acknowledge the community's cultural identity.