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Committee backs bill elevating emergency management to cabinet‑level department
Summary
House Bill 25‑60 would create the Tennessee Department of Emergency Management as a cabinet‑level department; supporters cited recent ice storms, flooding and wildfires and committee voted 21–0 to send it forward.
Leader Lambreth, sponsor of House Bill 25‑60, explained the amendment and the bill’s intent: "It just, creates the Tennessee Department of Emergency Management as a cabinet level department." Members highlighted differences between emergency response and preparedness and said elevating emergency management would clarify responsibilities. Representative Powell said the change was important given recent statewide storms and disasters, and urged colleagues to support the measure.
The committee placed amendment 015042 on the bill and voted; the clerk reported 21 ayes and 0 noes. The bill now moves to Government Operations, where statutory language and administrative details will be reviewed.
