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SB 1119

Relating to liability of a water park entity for injuries arising from certain activities.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Caroline Harris Davila and 1 co-sponsor

Texas law shields water park operators from liability for injuries during specified activities, limiting visitor lawsuit rights and potential damage recovery.

Effective immediately
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Bill Summary · SB 1119

Legislative bill overview

SB 1119 modifies liability protections for water park entities in Texas by limiting their legal responsibility for injuries sustained during certain water park activities. The bill creates a framework that shields water park operators from liability claims under specific circumstances, effective immediately upon the governor's signature.

Why is this important

This law directly affects injured visitors' ability to sue water parks for damages, potentially reducing the compensation available to accident victims. It also impacts water park operational costs and insurance requirements, which could influence ticket prices and safety investment decisions across the industry.

Potential points of contention

  • Access to justice concerns: Limiting liability may prevent injured parties—particularly families with children—from recovering medical costs and damages, shifting financial burdens to victims rather than potentially negligent operators
  • Safety incentive reduction: Critics argue liability protections reduce financial incentives for water parks to invest in safety improvements, maintenance, and staff training
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill's specific carve-outs for "certain activities" may create litigation over which injuries qualify for liability protection, generating legal uncertainty rather than clarity

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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