S.B. No. 2 establishes a grant program administered by the office of the governor to assist municipalities, counties, and other governmental entities in covering the costs of installing outdoor warning sirens in flood-prone areas, as mandated by Section 16.502 of the Water Code. The bill outlines the responsibilities of the governor's office in setting eligibility criteria, application procedures, grant amounts, and monitoring compliance with grant conditions. Additionally, it allows the governor to delegate the administration of this grant program to a state agency.

The bill also introduces a new subchapter in the Water Code that defines "flood-prone area" and "outdoor warning siren," and mandates the installation, maintenance, and operation of outdoor warning sirens in identified flood-prone areas. The board is tasked with determining which areas require sirens based on historical flooding data and other relevant factors. It also stipulates that municipalities or counties are responsible for the sirens within their jurisdictions and requires regular testing of the sirens' functionality. The board's decisions regarding the necessity of sirens are final, and it is responsible for adopting rules and procedures for their operation, including minimum standards for installation and maintenance.

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