Relating to requiring certain governmental entities to allow interested persons to comment on the proposed adoption or revision of certain emergency management plans.

HB 5239 requires state and local governmental entities to provide the public with a formal opportunity to comment on proposed emergency management plans before adoption or revision. Specifically, it mandates that agencies must allow interested persons - including those with disabilities - to submit written or oral feedback and fully consider all input received, unless the plan contains sensitive infrastructure details. The bill applies to the state emergency management division and local/interjurisdictional agencies, taking effect September 1, 2025.