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HB 63

Relating to requirements for campgrounds located in a floodway; authorizing an administrative penalty; providing a private cause of action.

89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025) Introduced by Jeff Barry and 17 co-sponsors

HB 63 imposes safety/operational requirements on floodway campgrounds and enables regulatory penalties plus private lawsuits against violators.

Referred to Disaster Preparedness & Flooding
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Bill Summary · HB 63

Legislative bill overview

HB 63 establishes new regulatory requirements for campgrounds situated in floodways and creates enforcement mechanisms through administrative penalties and private lawsuits. The bill appears designed to address public safety and property protection concerns specific to campground operations in flood-prone areas, though the specific operational requirements are not detailed in the available information.

Why is this important

Campgrounds in floodways pose unique risks during flooding events—both for recreational visitors and surrounding properties. This legislation attempts to regulate those risks through compliance standards, which could affect campground operations, liability exposure, and flood mitigation practices across Texas. The private cause of action provision is particularly significant as it allows individuals to sue for violations, creating an additional enforcement layer beyond government agencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Operational burden on small businesses: Campground operators, particularly smaller establishments, may face costly compliance requirements that could affect profitability or force closures
  • Liability expansion: The private cause of action creates litigation risk for campground owners even when they comply with regulations, potentially exposing them to numerous lawsuits from guests or neighboring property owners
  • Vague scope: Without seeing specific requirements, it's unclear whether standards are reasonable/achievable or if they effectively prevent the harms they're meant to address

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

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