House Bill 6002 and Senate Bill 6004 propose amendments to Tennessee Code Annotated regarding emergency management. The bill modifies Section 50-7-302 by designating existing language as subdivision (a)(1) and adding a new subdivision (a)(2). This new provision allows for the suspension of certain reporting requirements during a declared emergency, specifically for eligible claimants in counties that have requested a major disaster declaration. This suspension is contingent upon receiving appropriate federal guidance and grants the commissioner discretion in amending reporting requirements.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 58-2-106 by adding a new subdivision (b)(19), which grants authority to assist local emergency management agencies with recovery efforts from disasters and emergencies on public property, upon request. The existing subdivision (b)(19) is redesignated accordingly. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 50-7-302(a), 50-7-302, 58-2-106(b), 58-2-106