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Texas summer camps have closed, scaled back operations due to state’s new regulations

Texas Tribune – Health · By Stephen Simpson · May 18, 2026

A camper soars through the air on a giant swing at Camp CAMP, a summer camp hosted by Children’s Association for Maximum Potential for people with disabilities, on July 22, 2025, in Center Point. Camp CAMP is open for summer 2026, but many camps, unable to meet new requirements passed by the state Legislature, remain closed. " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.texastribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/0722-Camp-Camp-Reopens-EH-20-.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" /> There are 66 fewer active summer camps in Texas compared to December, according to the state. The post Texas summer camps have closed, scaled back operations due to state’s new regulations appeared first on The Texas Tribune.