Establishes local emergency management agencies in Massachusetts to handle disaster preparedness and relief.

This bill establishes local emergency management agencies in Massachusetts to handle disaster preparedness and relief. It allows local governments to create these agencies, known as Local Emergency Management Agencies and Local Offices of Emergency Preparedness, to coordinate with state civil defense plans. The agencies can utilize existing city or town departments and personnel to provide aid and assistance during emergencies.

Establishes local emergency management agencies in Massachusetts to handle disaster preparedness and relief.

This bill establishes local emergency management agencies in Massachusetts to handle disaster preparedness and relief. It allows local governments to create these agencies, known as Local Emergency Management Agencies and Local Offices of Emergency Preparedness, to coordinate with state civil defense plans. The agencies can utilize existing city or town departments and personnel to provide aid and assistance during emergencies.