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Texas lawmakers push for mandatory generators at senior living facilities after Hurricane Beryl

by LAWIN.news February 4, 2025
written by LAWIN.news February 4, 2025
Photo credit: Olivia Anderson/The Texas Tribune
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HOUSTON, Texas– Lawmakers are renewing efforts to mandate the installation of backup generators in nursing homes and assisted living facilities across the state, following vulnerabilities exposed by Hurricane Beryl.

The storm highlighted the risks to elderly residents during power outages and extreme weather conditions. This push comes after previous attempts in 2021 and 2023 to pass similar bills were unsuccessful.

Hurricane Beryl, a powerful storm that swept through the region, left many senior living centers without essential services, such as air conditioning, heating, and medical equipment, placing vulnerable residents in potentially dangerous situations.

In response, lawmakers from southeast Texas are advocating for a legislative requirement that all senior living facilities be equipped with generators to ensure residents’ safety during future storms.

They argue that having generators is not only a matter of convenience but a vital safeguard for residents who may be unable to care for themselves in emergencies. Lawmakers believe the state has a responsibility to protect its senior citizens in these situations.

The proposed legislation outlines specific criteria for the installation and maintenance of generators.

Nursing homes and assisted living centers would be required to have backup power systems that can operate essential services for a designated period during an outage. Regular inspections and penalties would be enforced to ensure compliance with these requirements.

To ease the financial burden on facility owners, some lawmakers are working to secure funding options, including state grants, federal assistance, and private business partnerships. These efforts aim to ensure that all senior living facilities, regardless of their size or budget, can meet the new requirements.

Advocacy groups representing seniors have strongly supported the proposal, emphasizing the importance of power availability for residents who rely on medical devices and climate control systems for their health and safety.

However, opposition to the mandates remains and some facility operators express concerns about the costs associated with installing and maintaining generators, particularly for smaller, independent facilities that may struggle financially without assistance.

The proposed legislation is part of a broader initiative in Texas to improve resilience against natural disasters.

Policymakers are exploring ways to enhance infrastructure and disaster preparedness, particularly for the most vulnerable populations. Lawmakers argue that this initiative is essential as storms become more frequent and unpredictable in the state.

As the legislative session continues, lawmakers will hear testimony from seniors, facility operators, and experts to assess the impact and feasibility of the proposed generator mandates. 

Lawmakers are working to pass the proposed bills, viewing the generator requirements as a crucial step to ensure that nursing homes and assisted living facilities are better prepared for future hurricanes and severe weather events.

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