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Texas Law: Campgrounds Must Warn Guests About Flood Risk Texas HB 171 requires campgrounds near water to tell guests about flood risks and get their signature before they arrive.
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On the record
April 13, 2026
What it means for your household Under $30,000
Gets better safety information when camping at affordable campgrounds. May face slightly higher camping fees if owners pass along compliance costs.
$30,000-$60,000
Receives flood warnings that help protect family camping trips. Any small fee increases from campground compliance costs are manageable.
$60,000-$100,000
Benefits from flood safety notices during family camping vacations. Won't notice any minor campground fee increases from new requirements.
Over $100,000
Gets flood warnings at campgrounds but already has resources to research risks and recover from emergencies. No meaningful financial impact.
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A.J. LouderbackTexas State Representative, District 30
Adam HinojosaTexas State Senator, District 27
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Source record Organization Texas Legislature
Added to Community Exchange Apr 13, 2026
Aicha DavisTexas State Representative, District 109
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How this connects
HB 171 is a Texas law proposed by Hillary Hickland that protects our community. It requires campground owners to give written warning to guests about flooding risks when they arrive. Parents or guardians must sign a form saying they received the warning. Campgrounds that don't follow this rule can face a $1,000 penalty for each day they don't comply.
