Civil Emergencies - As introduced, requires state agencies charged with responsibilities in connection with healthcare facilities to study emergency mitigation at the direction of the governor as part of the state and local comprehensive emergency management plans. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 13; Title 14; Title 49; Title 54; Title 55; Title 58; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 68 and Title 71.

HB 2497 requires Tennessee state agencies responsible for healthcare facilities to study emergency mitigation strategies at the governor's direction. These studies must be incorporated into the state and local comprehensive emergency management plans. The bill amends multiple Tennessee Code sections (including Titles 58 and 64) to explicitly include "healthcare facilities" in emergency planning requirements alongside public works and land use. This change ensures healthcare facilities are specifically addressed in emergency preparedness efforts, directly affecting state agencies and local emergency management plans.