The bill, H.B. No. 58, aims to enhance the training and credentialing requirements for emergency management coordinators and officers in Texas. It amends Section 418.005 of the Government Code to include new provisions for both state-level officers and those from political subdivisions who have emergency management responsibilities. The amendments introduce a credentialing system that mandates continuing education for certificate recipients, ensuring they complete required hours, verify their education, and confirm their identity and compliance with background checks. Additionally, the bill specifies that the continuing education can be provided by the division or contracted out to third-party providers and outlines various topics that may be covered in these courses.

Key changes in the bill include the addition of "credentialing" to the section heading and the inclusion of new subsections that detail the requirements for continuing education and the format in which courses can be delivered. The bill also clarifies that the failure of public officers to complete the required training or continuing education will not invalidate actions taken by the state or political subdivisions. This legislation is set to take effect 91 days after the conclusion of the legislative session.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 418.005 (Government Code 418)