Bill > HB194

This bill requires municipalities and counties in Texas that have experienced at least one federally or state-declared storm or flooding disaster in the past 10 years to install flood safety signage in public locations within the 100-year floodplain. The bill defines a "100-year floodplain" as an area with a one percent or greater chance of flooding in any given year, as designated by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) maps or United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) soil maps. Specifically, these municipalities and counties must install signs in public gathering spaces that not only indicate the current location within the 100-year floodplain but also point to areas outside the floodplain where individuals can seek safety during a flood. The legislation aims to improve public awareness and safety in flood-prone regions by providing clear, accessible information about flood risks and potential evacuation routes. The bill will go into effect 91 days after the last day of the legislative session.

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