1. The Governor may, by proclamation, declare a water or energy emergency, or impending water or energy emergency, whenever he or she determines that:
(a) The President of the United States or Congress has declared that an actual or impending water or energy emergency exists in this state or elsewhere in the United States; or
(b) The health, safety or welfare of the citizens of this state is threatened by reason of an actual or impending acute shortage in usable water or energy resources. A determination under this paragraph shall not be made unless reasonable notice and an opportunity for a hearing is afforded the citizens in the geographical area of the State affected.
2. A copy of the proclamation shall be filed with the Secretary of State.