TEEX MGT-318

PUBLIC INFORMATION IN AN

ALL-HAZARDS INCIDENT

Two Training Opportunities in FEB 2026

Rio Grand Valley Training Dates (choose only one)

17-18 FEB 2026 TEEX Registration Link Here: https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT318&S=464

or

19-20 FEB 2026 TEEX Registration Link Here: https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT318&S=465 

Training Location (for both dates):

McAllen Convention Center

700 Convention Center Boulevard

McAllen, Texas 78501

TEEX POC: Shawn Mecham – 979.500.6827

McAllen Fire Department POC: Chief Phillip Winger – 956.681.2500

Texas HB 33 (2025) requires various public entities, especially law enforcement agencies, public/charter schools, and municipalities, to enhance school safety through mandatory training, better emergency plans (EOPs), specific equipment (like ballistic shields), improved communication, and mental health support, with Public Information Officers (PIOs) needing certification by 2026, all aimed at better active shooter response and prevention, notes the Texas Legislature Online, Armor Exchange, Policy Engage, and Legiscan.

Who Must Comply?

    •    Law Enforcement: Municipal Police, Sheriff's Offices, Constables, School Police, and the Department of Public Safety (DPS).

    •    Educational Entities: Public School Districts, Charter Schools, and Public Junior Colleges.

    •    Municipalities: City governments.

    •    Emergency Services: EMS providers.

    •    Public Information Officers (PIOs): Employed by the above entities.

Key Requirements & Actions:

    •    Training & Drills: Mandatory for law enforcement, with ALERRT (Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training) certification for shield-carrying officers.

    •    Emergency Plans (EOPs): Develop/update multi-hazard plans, security reviews, and incident reporting procedures.

    •    Equipment: Ballistic shields (Level III+ or IV) for ALERRT-certified officers.

    •    Communications: PIOs must get emergency communication certification from TDEM by Sept 1, 2026.

    •    Mutual Aid: Enter agreements for coordinated response.

    •    Mental Health: Develop support systems for responders and students.

    •    Grants: Law enforcement can apply for grants to meet these new standards.

In essence, any agency involved in public safety or operating schools in Texas needs to implement significant changes to align with HB 33's comprehensive safety mandates.