CATASTROPHIC DEBRIS MANAGEMENT PLAN AND TRAINING.
Tex. GOV'T Code § 418.0541.
in effect(a) The division, in consultation with any other state agencies selected by the division, shall develop a catastrophic debris management plan and model guide for use by political subdivisions in the event of a disaster.
(b) The plan must:
(1) provide a guide for clearance and disposal of debris caused by a disaster, including information on preparing for debris removal before a disaster; and
(2) include:
(A) provisions for the use of trench burners and air curtain incinerators of vegetative debris, including identifying sources of equipment for use immediately following a disaster; and
(B) contracting standards and a model contract for use in procuring debris removal services following a disaster.
(c) The division shall consult with the comptroller about including a contract for debris removal services on the schedule of multiple award contracts developed under Subchapter I , Chapter 2155 , or in another cooperative purchasing program administered by the comptroller.
(d) The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service, in coordination with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, shall establish a training program for state agencies and political subdivisions on the use of trench burners in debris removal.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 946 (S.B. 6 ), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2019.
Redesignated from Government Code, Section 418.055 by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 915 (H.B. 3607 ), Sec. 21.001(23), eff. September 1, 2021.