Bill

HB 1307

86(R) - 2019
House Homeland Security & Public Safety
House Homeland Security & Public Safety

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Gina Hinojosa
Joe Deshotel
Dan Huberty
Dade Phelan

Bill Caption

Relating to the creation of a disaster case management system by the Texas Division of Emergency Management.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

HB 1307 would require the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to, if funds are available, contract with a vendor to create a case management system for people affected by a disaster. The bill would require the coordination of case management among various state agencies during a time of disaster. Individuals using the system during that time would be able to apply for assistance from multiple sources. Personally identifying information of individuals using the system would not be subject to disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act. 

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action remains neutral on HB 1307 as it does not affect any of our liberty principles.

Organizations Supporting

Texas Association of Counties
Texas Conference of Urban Counties
Texas Water Infrastructure Network