Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Texas House Bill HB108

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Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to a guide on preparing for and responding to a flooding disaster.

Impact

The bill's impact on state laws is significant, as it amends the Government Code to formalize the creation of a flooding disaster guide. By doing so, it enhances the state's legislative framework for emergency management, ensuring that communities have access to best practices for disaster preparation and response. This can lead to improved readiness and resilience among communities prone to flooding, potentially reducing casualties and facilitating more effective recovery processes after disasters.

Summary

House Bill 108 aims to establish a comprehensive guide for preparing for and responding to flooding disasters in Texas. The bill mandates the development of this guide by the Texas Division of Emergency Management in collaboration with the relevant departments and organizations. It emphasizes a multi-faceted approach to disaster preparedness, focusing not only on immediate response strategies but also on long-term recovery and the preservation of community cohesion after flooding events.

Contention

Notably, the bill includes provisions for community engagement and the coordination of volunteer efforts in disaster response. These aspects could be contentious, as they may require an overhaul of existing local emergency management practices. Critics might argue that without adequate local input and resources, the state-wide guide may not fully address the unique needs of all communities, particularly those that face specific challenges during flooding events. Overall, the successful implementation of this bill will likely depend on collaboration between state and local entities.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Government Code

  • Chapter 418. Emergency Management
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2858

Relating to state and local government disaster preparedness.

TX HB1144

Relating to state and local government disaster preparedness.

TX HB33

Relating to active shooter incidents at primary and secondary school facilities and other emergencies.

TX HB4440

Relating to state and local government responses to a pandemic disaster, including the establishment of the Pandemic Disaster Legislative Oversight Committee.

TX SB2862

Relating to active shooter events and other emergencies, including certain accreditations of law enforcement agencies that respond to such emergencies.

TX SB2377

Relating to homeland security, including the creation of the Texas Homeland Security Division in the Department of Public Safety, the operations of the Homeland Security Council, the creation of a homeland security fusion center, and the duties of state agencies and local governments in preparing for, reporting, and responding to cybersecurity breaches; providing administrative penalties; creating criminal offenses.

TX SB871

Relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters and emergencies.

TX SB1104

Relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters and emergencies.

TX HB2654

Relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters and emergencies.

TX SB780

Relating to the homeland security activities of certain entities, including the establishment and operations of the Homeland Security Division in the Department of Public Safety.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.