Civil Emergencies - As enacted, creates the department of Tennessee emergency management authority ("TEMA") to authorize the creation of local organizations for emergency management in the political subdivisions of the state, and to authorize cooperation with the federal government and the governments of other states. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 9; Title 13; Title 16; Title 39; Title 55; Title 58; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 71.

Summary

The bill establishes the Department of Tennessee Emergency Management Authority (TEMA) to coordinate emergency management statewide, letting counties and cities set up their own emergency groups and work with federal and other state agencies. It also changes the law so the agency must file written reports during emergency conditions. The act updates many sections of the Tennessee Code and is now law.

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