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Camp Safety Laws After Tragedy | Texas News
One year after catastrophic floods in Central Texas killed over 100 and shattered communities, new laws like the “Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act” aim to prevent future tragedies by mandating emergency alerts, staff training, and floodplain restrictions—but many camps, especially nonprofits, are struggling with the costs, particularly the unaffordable fiber optic requirement. After outcry, officials have relaxed some rules to allow alternative broadband, but lawmakers are already eyeing further tweaks in 2027 to balance safety with affordability, ensuring camps can protect campers without going…
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