House Bill 1963, also known as Senate Bill 1879, aims to enhance the availability of weather-related information in Tennessee by mandating the Department of Environment and Conservation to compile and publish data on floods and landslides occurring within the state. The bill requires the department to utilize existing resources to gather relevant data from various sources, including other government agencies, media outlets, and citizen scientists. The information collected must encompass the geographic location, duration, and severity of these natural events, and it is to be presented in a map format on the department's website.

The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2024, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation. This initiative seeks to improve public awareness and preparedness regarding weather-related hazards by providing accessible and comprehensive data to the citizens of Tennessee.