Relating to the development of a statewide real-time emergency communications platform.

HB 61 requires Texas to develop a statewide real-time emergency communications platform for use during disasters. It directly affects state agencies (like DPS, Health Services, and Transportation), local governments, first responders, and emergency management entities by mandating their access to this tool. The platform must integrate mapping, alerts, resource tracking, and use plain language while working with existing emergency systems. Agencies must incorporate it into their emergency plans, ensuring all levels of government can communicate efficiently before, during, and after emergencies.