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HB 1144

Relating to state and local government disaster preparedness.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Penny Morales Shaw

Texas HB 1144 establishes or revises disaster preparedness procedures for state and local government emergency response coordination.

Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
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Bill Summary · HB 1144

Legislative bill overview

HB 1144 addresses state and local government disaster preparedness procedures and protocols in Texas. The bill was introduced in the 2025 legislative session and is currently in committee review. Without access to the specific text, this appears to be framework legislation governing how Texas agencies coordinate emergency response and preparedness activities.

Why is this important

Disaster preparedness legislation directly affects public safety outcomes during hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and other emergencies that frequently impact Texas communities. Clear protocols and resource allocation frameworks can reduce response times, improve coordination between state and local agencies, and potentially save lives and reduce property damage.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanisms - Whether the bill mandates new state spending or reallocates existing budgets, potentially creating competition between agencies or regions
  • Local versus state authority - Disputes over whether preparedness decisions should be centralized at the state level or devolved to local governments that may better understand regional risks
  • Implementation timelines - Whether new requirements are realistic given existing infrastructure and staffing constraints in smaller municipalities or counties

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

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