AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE MILITARY DEPARTMENT EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACCOUNT.

HB 5412 establishes a new "Military Department Emergency Response Account" to cover immediate costs when federal emergency funds aren't available. The bill transfers $500,000 from the existing Military Relief Fund to this account, which will roll over year to year without expiring. The account funds state military and emergency response efforts during natural disasters or civil emergencies, requiring Governor approval after consulting with the Emergency Services Commissioner. This directly affects the Military Department and state emergency response resources by creating a dedicated, sustainable funding source for urgent situations.