H.470 is a bill introduced to enhance flood response and resilience in small municipalities by requiring the Division of Emergency Management to establish a statewide flood alert system. This system will incorporate river height monitoring devices, localized emergency warnings, and real-time weather updates disseminated through various communication channels. The bill aims to improve public safety and emergency management in the face of flooding events.

Additionally, the bill proposes to bolster staffing and resources within the Department of Public Safety and the Division of Emergency Management. This enhancement is intended to support municipalities in their flood recovery efforts, including assistance with acquiring Federal Emergency Management Agency grants, conducting engineering analyses, and implementing necessary remediation projects.