Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC, DSHS, DFPS)

Texas Health and Human Services - encompassing HHSC, DSHS and DFPS - is a state government organisation operating across Texas in the fields of emergency management, public safety and public administration. It is responsible for coordinating emergency preparedness, response and recovery efforts throughout the state, and supplies critical disaster information and emergency preparedness resources to communities.

Its mission covers the full emergency cycle: mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. The work is conducted on an all-hazard basis, with the stated aim of safeguarding lives and property in Texas before, during and after emergencies and disasters.

The organisation works collaboratively with local, state and federal partners to carry out these duties. Its geographic presence is limited to Texas, USA. Further information is available at https://texas.gov/.