House Bill 1994, also known as Senate Bill 2092, amends the Tennessee Code Annotated by adding a new section to Title 4, Chapter 10. This new section mandates the Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (TACIR) to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the preparedness and response of local and state officials, departments, and agencies in relation to the Hurricane Helene natural disaster. To facilitate this evaluation, all relevant local and state entities are required to assist TACIR.

Furthermore, TACIR is tasked with reporting its findings by January 31, 2027, which will include an assessment of the response to Hurricane Helene and recommendations for future disaster preparedness. These recommendations may encompass proposed legislation aimed at improving the response of local and state officials to future disasters. The act will take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.