TX HB13

Establishes the Texas Interoperability Council, a 7-member body composed of the Texas Division of Emergency Management chief and 6 appointed members (2 each by the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker of the house) serving staggered 6-year terms

Requires the council to develop and implement a statewide strategic plan for interoperable emergency communication equipment and infrastructure, including plans for construction, training programs, and integration of new equipment with existing systems

Creates a grant program for local governments to purchase emergency communication equipment (radios, spare parts, accessories), construct infrastructure (radio towers), adapt existing systems, cover operational/maintenance costs, and fund first responder training

Exempts the council from open meetings requirements (Chapter 551), administrative procedure requirements (Chapter 2001), and public information disclosure requirements (Chapter 552)

Authorizes the council to consider implementing outdoor warning sirens, fire/evacuation emergency alert systems with geographic targeting to personal devices, and broadband service integration into the state's emergency communications network