VA HB1189

Defines "state of preparedness" as a gubernatorial declaration for credible emergency threats that warrant Commonwealth disaster preparedness assistance but do not rise to the level of a full state of emergency

Directs the Department of Emergency Management to assess the feasibility of developing a program to prioritize prevention and mitigation of damage from imminent emergencies

Requires evaluation of criteria for determining when emergencies warrant Department response without a gubernatorial state of emergency declaration

Mandates recommendations for procurement, maintenance, and pre-positioning of emergency materials, equipment, and supplies across the Commonwealth

Requires assessment of seeking reimbursement from persons causing emergencies and cost estimates for responding to sub-emergency-level incidents, with a report due to the Governor and General Assembly by November 1, 2026