(a) The division shall develop a model guide for local officials regarding disaster response and recovery. The guide must provide a comprehensive approach to disaster recovery by local officials and include information on:
(1) contracting for debris removal;
(2) obtaining federal disaster funding;
(3) coordinating the availability and construction of short-term and long-term housing; and
(4) obtaining assistance from local, state, and federal volunteer organizations.
(b) The division, in coordination with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service, shall provide training based on the disaster response guide as a part of the emergency management training course provided under § 418.005.

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