(a) This section applies to a local governmental entity created and operating under the laws of this state, including a political subdivision, school district, or special district or authority.
(b) Notwithstanding any other law, a quorum is not required for the governing body of a local governmental entity to act if:
(1) the entity's jurisdiction is wholly or partly located in the area of a disaster declared by the president of the United States or the governor; and
(2) a majority of the members of the governing body are unable to be present at a meeting of the governing body as a result of the disaster.