An act relating to flood response and the duties of the Division of Emergency Management

H 464 requires Vermont's Division of Emergency Management to create a statewide flood response plan and assist towns in developing their own flood preparedness strategies. It directs the Division to provide financial and technical help to municipalities for emergency shelters, real-time alert systems, and training for staff who coordinate post-flood aid. The bill also mandates a statewide assessment of flood recovery needs, with a final report to the legislature due by December 15, 2025. This directly affects all Vermont towns and cities by setting new standards for flood response planning and resource allocation. The focus is on improving coordinated emergency management ahead of flood events.