Texas Senate Bill SB2148

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Out of Senate Committee: 4/24/09
• Voted on by Senate: 5/5/09
• Out of House Committee: 5/22/09
• Voted on by House: 5/27/09
• Governor Action: 6/19/09
• Enrolled: 5/28/09
• Passed: 6/19/09

Caption

Relating to information and assistance provided by the chief appraiser to emergency management authorities.

Impact

The introduction of SB2148 is expected to streamline operations during disaster events, as it formalizes the role of the chief appraiser in collaboration with emergency management agencies. This could allow for quicker assessments of property damage, thus expediting recovery processes. The bill signifies a shift towards more proactive engagement between state resources and emergency management bodies, potentially leading to improved outcomes for communities facing disasters in Texas.

Summary

SB2148 aims to enhance state-level disaster response by mandating that the chief appraiser provide necessary information and assistance to emergency management authorities when requested. This includes support in estimating damages from disasters, which is critical during both disaster mitigation and recovery processes. By integrating the chief appraiser's resources with emergency management efforts, the bill seeks to create a more coordinated response system that can effectively address the impacts of disasters on communities across Texas.

Contention

While the bill received widespread support during voting, underlying concerns may arise regarding the adequacy of resources available to the chief appraiser and their capacity to fulfill these new responsibilities. Additionally, stakeholders might question whether this integration will lead to an increased burden on appraisers already tasked with property assessments outside of disaster scenarios, especially during peak disaster seasons. However, the overall sentiment from the legislative discussions appears to favor the proactive measures embodied in SB2148.