2026 Camp Safety Law

New legislation, House Bill 1675 which was passed and signed into law in 2026, requires all youth camps and recreational campgrounds conduct a site-specific hazard assessment and develop an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) by January 1, 2027. The law takes effect on November 1, 2026.

Read House Bill 1675 (PDF)

Camp Safety Law Fact Sheet: What Emergency Managers Need to Know

Camp Safety Law Checklist for Emergency Managers & Camp Operators

Oklahoma House of Representatives News Release: Camp Safety Bill Signed into Law - May 18, 2026

Oklahoma Emergency Management Directory - Find emergency management program contact information for your county.

Camp Weather Preparedness Guide: How to Best Protect Campers from Severe Weather

Beyond the Drill: Building and Practicing a Crisis Plan at Camp

17 Gaps in Your Emergency Action Plan: How to Fill Them

State Regulations for Oklahoma Camps

Plan Ahead and Play it Safe for Your Next Outdoor Adventure - Recreation.gov

Know Before You Go: Camping - USDA Forest Service