Texas § GV.418.013 - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § GV.418.013 — EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ GV.418.013. EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL. (a) The governor by executive order may establish an emergency management council to advise and assist the governor in all matters relating to disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. (b) The emergency management council is composed of representatives of state agencies, boards, commissions, and organized volunteer groups designated by the head of each entity. At least once each biennium, the governor shall review the composition of the council and, if necessary, update or expand the participating entities. (c) The emergency management council shall make recommendations to the Department of Public Safety as to which private emergency organizations, such as the American National Red Cross, the Salvation Army, Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service, and other similar organizations with the capability to supplement the state's resources in disaster situations, should be authorized to operate certain vehicles as designated emergency vehicles in the case of a disaster. (d) The emergency management council shall assist the division in identifying, mobilizing, and deploying state resources to respond to major emergencies and disasters throughout the state. Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 147, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1987. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 992, Sec. 3, eff. Sept. 1, 1997. Amended by: Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 258 (S.B. 11 ), Sec. 5.01, eff. September 1, 2007. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1280 (H.B. 1831 ), Sec. 1.03, eff. September 1, 2009. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 735 (S.B. 171 ), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 602 (S.B. 799 ), Sec. 3, eff. June 10, 2019. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 852 (H.B. 2794 ), Sec. 3, eff. June 10, 2019.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § GV.418.013
What does The Texas Constitution § GV.418.013 cover?
Section GV.418.013 ("EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Texas § GV.418.013?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § GV.418.013" (Texas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § GV.418.013 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.