After Camp Mystic Tragedy, New Texas Laws Could Shut Down Beloved Summer Camps
New regulations aimed at increasing camper safety may lead to higher costs for summer camps in Texas.
Summer camp directors were surprised by the state's health services department when they introduced new regulations last month.
The new guidelines, approved by the Texas Legislature, focus on weather alerts, employee emergency training, and building in floodplains.
A group of parents, called Heaven's 27, formed after the tragedy and lobbied for stricter regulations, criticizing Camp Mystic's plan to reopen in 2026.
Human error contributed to the loss of life, while a natural disaster caused the summer flooding.
The regulations were introduced in response to the deaths of 27 campers and counselors from Camp Mystic on July 4 during flooding in Texas' Hill Country.
Author's summary: New Texas laws may shut down summer camps due to heightened regulations.
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