The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) is a division that coordinates Texas's emergency management program. It has been used on immigrants[1] and during tropical storms.[2] It also works on safety outreach.[3][4]
Organization
A duty officer is around at all times to ensure that all agencies are informed on possible disasters. It also distributes federal funds among thirteen agencies.[5]
The TDEM had a total budget of $6.6 billion for 2022–2023.[6]
History
The TDEM was founded in August of 1981 under the Texas Department of Public Safety.[5]
In 2019, the 86th Texas Legislature transferred the TDEM from Texas Department of Public Safety to Texas A&M University.[7]
In April 2022, the TDEM was used to transport processed immigrants. It was used again in September 2023.[1]
References
- ^ a b "Governor sends resources to border". The Bowie News. Austin, Texas. 2023-09-22. Retrieved 2023-09-28.
- ^ "Gov. Greg Abbott deploys emergency resources during Tropical Storm Harold". Spectrum News 1. Austin, Texas. 2023-08-22. Retrieved 2023-09-27.
- ^ "Texas Department of Emergency Management - Texas Floodplain Management Association". Texas Floodplain Management Association. Retrieved 2023-09-28.
- ^ "Get Ready Central Texas Emergency Preparedness Fair This Friday | AustinTexas.gov". austintexas.gov. 2023-09-18. Retrieved 2023-09-28.
- ^ a b Marten, James A. "Emergency Management". Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved 2023-09-28.
- ^ Kidd, Nim; Floren, Casey (2023-01-24). "Texas Division of Emergency Management Summary of Budget Recommendations - Senate" (PDF). Legislative Budget Board. Retrieved 2023-09-27.
- ^ "About". Texas Division of Emergency Management. Retrieved 2023-09-28.