North Carolina S273 mandates lifeguards at day camps for school-age children engaging in aquatic activities.

North Carolina S273 introduces requirements for lifeguards at day camps where school-age children participate in aquatic activities. The bill mandates a lifeguard for every 25 children, with an additional lifeguard for every 15 children thereafter. Lifeguards must be certified and maintain current training. Day camps must provide a lifeguard chair at least 6 feet high and require a swim test for children. Children unable to swim must wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket. The bill defines aquatic activities and day camps, and it becomes effective June 1, 2026.

North Carolina S273 mandates lifeguards at day camps for school-age children engaging in aquatic activities.

North Carolina S273 introduces requirements for lifeguards at day camps where school-age children participate in aquatic activities. The bill mandates a lifeguard for every 25 children, with an additional lifeguard for every 15 children thereafter. Lifeguards must be certified and maintain current training. Day camps must provide a lifeguard chair at least 6 feet high and require a swim test for children. Children unable to swim must wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket. The bill defines aquatic activities and day camps, and it becomes effective June 1, 2026.