SB 5971 - DIGEST
(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB)

Addresses the development and exercise of continuity of operations plans by the state.

Provides that the adjutant general is responsible to the governor for developing and implementing a program for interagency coordination of continuity of operations planning by state agencies, boards, and commissions.

Gives responsibility to each state agency, board, and commission for developing an organizational continuity of operations plan that is updated and exercised annually in compliance with the program for interagency coordination of continuity of operations planning.

Takes effect if the proposed amendment to Article II, section 42 of the state Constitution, providing continuity of state and local government during emergencies and disasters, is approved and ratified by the voters at the next general election.