H.B. No. 136 establishes the Texas Division of Emergency Management Hill Country 2025 Flood Response Grant Program, aimed at assisting local governments in acquiring emergency communication equipment and constructing necessary infrastructure. The program is designed to ensure that first responders have access to interoperable communication tools during emergencies. The bill outlines definitions for key terms, including "Division," "Chief," and "local government," and sets forth the eligibility criteria for grant applicants, which must include a proposal submission and compliance with established rules.

The grant program will provide funding for purchasing emergency communication equipment, constructing infrastructure, and training local government employees on effective equipment use. The Division is authorized to establish procedures for administering the program, including eligibility criteria, grant amounts, and proposal evaluation processes. Additionally, the Division may accept gifts, grants, and donations to support the program and is empowered to adopt rules for its administration. The Act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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