The bill, H.B. No. 194, aims to enhance flood safety measures in municipalities and counties that are prone to flooding. It introduces a new section, 370.010, to the Local Government Code, which defines a "100-year floodplain" and establishes requirements for flood safety signage in areas that have experienced a disaster involving storms or flooding at least once in the past decade. The bill mandates that local governments install signs in public gathering locations within the 100-year floodplain, indicating the location of areas outside the floodplain to help individuals find safety during flood events.

This legislation is designed to improve public awareness and safety in flood-prone areas by ensuring that residents and visitors are informed about potential flood risks and safe locations. The bill will take effect 91 days after the conclusion of the legislative session, allowing municipalities and counties time to implement the required signage.

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