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Texas Rangers Join Camp Mystic Investigation as License Decision Nears

State scrutiny could delay a 2026 reopening pending a decision on the camp’s license.

Overview

  • The Texas Rangers, which joined the case Tuesday, are assisting health regulators investigating complaints of neglect tied to the July 4, 2025 flood.
  • The state health agency says it has received hundreds of complaints since February and is reviewing alleged violations of youth camp laws.
  • Camp Mystic applied on March 30 to renew its license to open its higher‑ground Cypress Lake site this summer, and regulators have not set a decision date.
  • Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick urged the health agency to deny renewal until criminal, legislative, and administrative investigations are complete.
  • A judge ordered flood‑damaged cabins preserved as lawsuits proceed, and officials say the search for 8‑year‑old camper Cile Steward is still underway.