Texas Camp Safety Law Under Review | Austin News

Austin News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

Texas lawmakers are refining a new youth camp safety law after its rocky first year, sparked by a deadly 2025 flood. The law mandated better emergency plans, inspections, and communication — but initial reviews found nearly every camp’s plan needed major revisions. Camp operators pushed back, arguing backup systems are useless without power, prompting lawmakers to consider sharper definitions, stronger local coordination, and faster shutdown powers for unsafe camps — showing a commitment to real-world fixes that actually protect kids. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…