Government Relations
Regulatory Information and Advocacy
Wed, 09/02/2015 - 08:37
The majority of laws and regulations that are applicable to camps are governed by state and local entities. However, there are a number of federal regulations that do apply. Find out more information about the selected topics below:
- State Operating Guidance
- State Regulations for Camps - find out the camp related laws and regulations in your State
- Americans with Disabilities Act - Applicability to camps (facilities, pools, food allergies, etc.)
- Fair Labor Standards Act regarding White Collar Exemptions
- Lead-Based Paint Contamination - Environmental Protection Agency rules applicable to camps
- Radon Contamination - Regulations applicable to camps
- Records Retention - How long should a camp keep corporate, legal, and financial documents?
- Transportation of Children - Airplanes, buses, vans, golf carts
ACA Public Policy - Legislative Information and Advocacy
Wed, 09/02/2015 - 08:11
Educational information and updates are available on the following topics:
- State Laws for Camps - Find Out about camp-related laws and regulations in your state
- Americans with Disabilities Act
- Children and Nature - Healthy Kids Outdoors Act
- Community Parks Revitalization Act
- Criminal Background Checks - Child Protection Improvements Act
- Education Reform and Environmental Literacy - Every Student Succeeds Act
- Epinephrine Auto-Injector Accessibility Laws and Camps
- Health Care Reform - Impact on camps as employers
- Immigration Reform - Impact on camp cultural exchange programs
- Medical Marijuana Laws
- Pool and Spa Safety - Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act
- Public Lands Service Corps Act
- Tax Incentives for Employers Who Hire Veterans - VOW to Hire Heroes Act
- Taxes - Camp as a Small Business: American Taxpayer Relief Act Impact on Camps
- Transportation Issues
ACA Advocates on Your Behalf
Tue, 05/19/2015 - 16:47
ACA Is Here for You
- ACA keeps you updated about laws and regulations in your state.
- ACA helps you understand federal legislation.
- ACA advocates on your behalf.
- ACA partners with others to support your work.
Camp Caucus
The Camp Caucus is a new bipartisan effort in Congress, supported by the American Camp Association, to champion high-quality camp experiences for all kids.