Texas Lt. Governor Says Camp Mystic Shouldn’t Receive License to Reopen
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick urged the Department of State Health Services not to renew Camp Mystic’s license following the tragic deaths of 27 girls and the camp’s executive director in flooding last July.
- Patrick expressed concern about safety and called for a full investigation before allowing the camp to resume normal operations.
- The parents of nine campers and counselors filed a lawsuit accusing the state agency of repeatedly licensing Camp Mystic without requiring a mandatory evacuation plan.
- Camp Mystic’s lawyer dismissed the lawsuit as politically motivated and stated the camp has invested millions in safety improvements and complied with state laws.
- Despite not submitting a license renewal application yet, Camp Mystic plans to partially reopen this summer and has already opened registration to families.
