TX SB481

Nursing facilities and assisted living facilities must adopt and implement emergency preparedness and response plans for resident safety during emergencies including fires, power outages, floods, equipment failures, and natural disasters

Facilities are required to install and maintain emergency generators or alternate power sources with fuel capacity for at least 96 hours, along with carbon monoxide alarms or detectors

Plans must include strategies to maintain indoor temperatures between 71-81 degrees Fahrenheit during power outages, safely transport residents when temperature cannot be maintained, and respond to family inquiries during emergencies

Facilities must provide written policies and training to personnel on emergency procedures, and the Health and Human Services Commission must review and approve each facility's plan and any updates

The commission may revoke a facility's license for failure to comply with these requirements, with the act taking effect September 1, 2025