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Texas House Bill HCR11

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Texas House Bill HCR11

Caption

Urging the Department of Homeland Security to expedite the approval of all FEMA applications for flood mitigation projects in Texas.

Impact

The bill emphasizes the significance of swift funding approval from federal agencies, particularly FEMA and DHS, to ensure that necessary flood mitigation projects can be completed. Lengthy delays in approving applications have left communities vulnerable to flooding, thereby exacerbating risks to lives and property, especially in areas historically prone to flooding. HCR11 calls for immediate action to resolve these issues to protect Texas residents and maintain community safety.

Summary

HCR11 is a concurrent resolution urging the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to expedite the approval process for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) applications regarding flood mitigation projects in Texas. The resolution addresses ongoing delays that have affected various flood mitigation initiatives, including the Combes Lateral Drainage Improvement project and the North Main Drainage Improvement project, ultimately highlighting the critical need for timely federal support in these efforts.

Contention

While HCR11 itself presents a united front for addressing flood safety, there may be differing views on the reliance on federal funding and the efficacy of FEMA's processes. Some stakeholders may argue that local jurisdictions should have more autonomy in managing and funding flood mitigation strategies rather than depending primarily on federal timelines. Furthermore, concerns may arise regarding the adequacy of the federal response compared to the speed and effectiveness of local or state initiatives.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

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.

TX SB36

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.

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 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 HB127

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

TX SB1598

Relating to the composition of the Homeland Security Council.

TX HB4947

Relating to the composition of the Homeland Security Council.

TX HCR98

Urging Congress to enhance coordination among federal, state, and local authorities in the deployment of C-UAS technologies for border security.

TX HB150

Relating to the establishment of the Texas Cyber Command and the transfer to it of certain powers and duties of the Department of Information Resources.

TX HR2285

Urging President Joseph R. Biden and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to take immediate action to provide Special Humanitarian Parole for Cameroonian refugees.

Similar Bills

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