Relating to campground emergency safety certification requirements; providing a civil penalty.

HB 172 requires all commercial campgrounds in Texas (including those with cabins, RV sites, or tent areas) to obtain emergency safety certification from the Texas Division of Emergency Management. Campground operators must develop and submit an approved emergency preparedness plan, which includes equipping each cabin with satellite or radio communication devices for emergencies and posting clear evacuation instructions at cabin entrances. Failure to comply results in a $1,000 civil penalty per violation, with each day of non-compliance counted as a separate offense. The law aims to improve guest safety during emergencies by mandating specific communication and evacuation measures.