The bill, introduced by Senator Alvarado as S.B. No. 72, aims to establish state preemption over regulations that political subdivisions may adopt concerning emergency preparedness and contingency operations plans for assisted living facilities. Specifically, it repeals Section 247.073(j) of the Health and Safety Code, which was added by H.B. 3595 during the 89th Legislature and is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

By removing this section, the bill seeks to centralize authority and ensure that only state-level regulations govern the emergency preparedness protocols for assisted living facilities, thereby eliminating any local regulations that may conflict with state standards. The bill is set to take effect 91 days after the conclusion of the legislative session.