Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB594

Caption

Relating to the creation of a business advisory council on disaster recovery and mitigation.

Impact

The bill modifies Chapter 31 of the Natural Resources Code by adding a section that outlines the council's functions and structure. By involving industry representatives, the legislation seeks to ensure that disaster response strategies are informed by practical insights from the very sectors affected during such events. Furthermore, the council is tasked with proposing innovative solutions to improve the efficiency of both state and local disaster responses, which could lead to significant improvements in recovery processes after natural disasters.

Summary

SB594 establishes the Business Advisory Council on Disaster Recovery and Mitigation in Texas, aimed at enhancing the state's capability to recover from and mitigate disasters. The council shall provide expertise and guidance on various aspects of disaster recovery, specifically in relation to housing and infrastructure resilience. It will consist of representatives from diverse sectors, including banking, construction, manufacturing, and tourism, who will offer insights into the needs and challenges related to disaster recovery efforts.

Contention

Some concerns may arise regarding the balance between government oversight and industry input, especially considering the wide-ranging impacts of disasters on vulnerable communities. Critics might argue that businesses' perspectives could overshadow the needs of individual citizens affected by such disasters. The council's ability to function effectively depends on maintaining an inclusive dialogue that also represents community interests, ensuring that the strategies developed benefit all stakeholders involved.

Companion Bills

TX HB3367

Same As Relating to the creation of a business advisory council on disaster recovery and mitigation.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2060

Relating to the creation of the artificial intelligence advisory council.

TX HB4436

Relating to an advisory council on the needs of LGBTQ older adults.

TX HB13

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing the Texas Homeland Security Division and the Border Security Advisory Council, and to compensate persons affected by those threats.

TX HB4619

Relating to establishment of the Texas Rare Disease Advisory Council.

TX SB1408

Relating to establishment of the Texas Rare Disease Advisory Council.

TX HB3782

Relating to establishing the Border Security Advisory Council and the Border Protection Task Force.

TX HB4811

Relating to the creation of the Texas Energy Efficiency Council.

TX HB86

Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.

TX HB67

Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.

TX HB642

Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.

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