The bill amends Chapter 30-15 of the General Laws, titled "Emergency Management," by adding two new sections: 30-15-46, which establishes a "Warming Center Alert," and 30-15-47, which establishes a "Cooling Center Alert." The warming center alert requires municipalities to develop a notification plan for informing local organizations about available warming centers during extreme cold weather from November 1 to April 15. The director of the emergency management agency is responsible for coordinating these alerts and ensuring that shelters are open 24/7 during this period. The bill also defines "at-risk individuals" and outlines municipal responsibilities for providing necessary resources and support during these alerts.

Similarly, the cooling center alert mandates that municipalities create a notification plan for cooling centers during extreme heat conditions, with alerts declared by the director based on specific temperature thresholds. The bill emphasizes collaboration among local governments, social service agencies, and volunteer organizations to support at-risk individuals during severe weather. It requires municipalities to maintain 24/7 cooling centers with essential provisions and to update their online resources regarding shelter availability. Additionally, municipalities not classified as "hot spots" for homelessness can collaborate with neighboring areas to establish regional cooling centers. The act will take effect immediately upon passage, highlighting the urgent need for adequate support during extreme weather events. No deletions from current law are included in this bill.