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SB 5

Relating to making supplemental appropriations for disaster relief and preparedness and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding those appropriations.

89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025) Introduced by Daniel Alders and 107 co-sponsors

SB 5 provides Texas supplemental disaster relief and preparedness funding with flexible adjustment authority, enabling officials to redirect appropriations without legislative re-approval.

Effective immediately
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Bill Summary · SB 5

Legislative bill overview

SB 5 allocates supplemental state funding for disaster relief and preparedness efforts in Texas. The bill grants the state government direction and adjustment authority over these disaster-related appropriations, allowing flexibility in how funds are deployed.

Why is this important

Disaster relief funding directly affects Texas's ability to respond to emergencies like hurricanes, floods, and wildfires, as well as to build infrastructure that prevents future damage. The "adjustment authority" provisions allow state officials to redirect funds between programs without returning to the legislature, which can speed response but also reduces legislative oversight of spending decisions.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of specific dollar amounts: The bill's summary doesn't disclose exactly how much money is being appropriated, making it difficult to assess the scale of relief efforts
  • Broad adjustment authority: Granting officials discretion to adjust appropriations without legislative approval may bypass democratic oversight and accountability mechanisms
  • Distribution priorities unclear: Without details on how funds will be allocated between relief versus preparedness, or between regions, some disaster-affected areas may receive disproportionate resources

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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