Bill > SB2004

This bill requires local emergency management agencies to ensure all employees annually receive training on the Mutual Aid and Emergency and Disaster Assistance Agreement Act of 2004 and the Interlocal Cooperation Act, and to document this training in employee files, with the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) also responsible for documenting this training. The bill also encourages the chief executives of various public service departments, such as police, fire, and public works, to designate employees for this TEMA-provided training, which is defined as a "participating governmental entity" under Section 58-8-102. This legislation aims to enhance preparedness and coordination during emergencies by ensuring relevant personnel are knowledgeable about inter-agency assistance agreements.