ensure a unified and effective emergency management framework within Montgomery County by implementing standardized protocols, facilitating interagency collaboration, and maintaining compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

This agreement supersedes and replaces any and all prior jurisdictional Emergency Management Agreements between the parties related to emergency management services within Montgomery County. Any previous agreements shall be deemed null and void upon the effective date of this Agreement.

This agreement shall take effect and be in force on June 1, 2025, upon adoption by the majority of participating jurisdictions and approval by the Montgomery County Board of County Commissioners.