Texas HB61 mandates the creation of a statewide real-time emergency communications platform for disaster preparedness and response.

Texas HB61 requires the development of a statewide real-time emergency communications platform to facilitate interagency communication before, during, and after natural disasters or emergencies. The platform must be interoperable with existing state and federal systems, accessible to emergency management personnel, and include mapping, alerts, data tracking, and resource management capabilities. Specific entities, including state agencies and local governments, will have access to the platform, which will be integrated into the state's emergency management plan.

Texas HB61 mandates the creation of a statewide real-time emergency communications platform for disaster preparedness and response.

Texas HB61 requires the development of a statewide real-time emergency communications platform to facilitate interagency communication before, during, and after natural disasters or emergencies. The platform must be interoperable with existing state and federal systems, accessible to emergency management personnel, and include mapping, alerts, data tracking, and resource management capabilities. Specific entities, including state agencies and local governments, will have access to the platform, which will be integrated into the state's emergency management plan.