Transparency in Emergency Response Amendment Act of 2024

The Transparency in Emergency Response Amendment Act of 2024 requires the District of Columbia's Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency to investigate and publicly report on specific emergency response failures that result in serious injury or death. When such an incident occurs, the agency must hold a joint conference with other involved departments within five business days to discuss how responses could be improved. Following this meeting, a draft report is shared with agencies for review, and a final version containing detailed findings, timelines, maps, and 911 call transcripts must be made public within 45 days. The bill defines a "possible failure" to include delays in answering 911 calls, first responder arrival times, technology malfunctions, or any negligence causing harm.