TERC
Tribal Member Emergency Response Commission
A Tribal Emergency Response Commission (TERC) is a group of individuals responsible for planning and preparing for emergency situations within a tribal community. The TERC is typically composed of tribal leaders, emergency responders, public health officials, and other relevant stakeholders.
The primary role of a TERC is to develop and implement emergency management plans and protocols to help the tribe prepare for and respond to natural disasters, pandemics, terrorist attacks, or other emergencies. This can involve a range of tasks, including:
Overall, the TERC plays an important role in ensuring that tribal communities are prepared to respond to emergencies and that the response is coordinated and effective. By working collaboratively with emergency responders, the TERC helps to ensure that tribal members are kept safe and that the tribe's resources are utilized in the most effective manner possible.
