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TX HB48
Bill
Status
8/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Drew Darby
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AI Summary
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Establishes a 9-member alert notification system working group appointed by the chief of the Texas Division of Emergency Management by December 31, 2025
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Working group will study statewide alert systems operated by the Department of Public Safety and Division of Emergency Management, including the State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry
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Study must evaluate state and federal regulations, address "notification fatigue" effects, and recommend ways to streamline alert system operations
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Study must assess alert system effectiveness for vulnerable populations including persons who are hard of hearing, those with chronic illness, and senior citizens
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Report with legislative recommendations due to the governor and legislature by December 1, 2026; working group expires January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Relating to the creation of a working group to study alert notification systems.
Disaster Preparedness & Relief
Last Action
Referred to Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select
8/27/2025