Richard Bradley

This report outlines the Texas Division of Emergency Management's (TDEM) multi-year Critical Infrastructure Protection and Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) preparedness strategy. The long-term implementation plan, covering 2025 through 2030, encompasses five pillars: definitions and governance, vulnerability assessments, research and testing capabilities, federal integration, and statewide training. The plan emphasizes comprehensive, cross-sector collaboration to enhance the state's resilience against all-hazard disruptions, ensuring the continuity of lifeline systems and public safety.

The State of Texas Emergency Management Basic Plan outlines the framework for how Texas prepares for, responds to, and recovers from emergencies and disasters. It defines the organization, operational concepts, and responsibilities of various stakeholders, including local jurisdictions, state agencies, and volunteer organizations. The plan emphasizes the importance of local response, mutual aid, and coordination with state and federal resources to protect lives, property, and the environment. It also addresses continuity of government, information dissemination, communication, and financial and logistical support during emergencies.

The Emergency Support Function 15 - Public Information Annex outlines the organization, operational concepts, and responsibilities for emergency management public information objectives. It focuses on ensuring accurate, coordinated, and timely reporting of emergency information to Texas citizens. Key objectives include supporting the state's coordinated response, utilizing public information officers and media, establishing a Joint Information Center/Joint Information System, and employing various public information resources. The plan covers preparedness, response, and recovery phases, emphasizing consistent, accessible messaging and coordination among stakeholders and agencies.

The strategic plan for the Commission on State Emergency Communications focuses on enhancing public safety and health in Texas through reliable access to emergency communications services. Key areas of focus include maintaining current 9-1-1 service levels, transitioning to Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) systems, implementing text-to-9-1-1 service, and deploying Emergency Services Internet-Protocol Networks (ESInets). The plan also addresses issues such as keeping up with changing technology, addressing system vulnerabilities, improving emergency response, ensuring predictable funding, and maintaining service levels during the transition to new technologies.