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Texas high schools face mandatory heat safety rules for outdoor activities starting Aug. 1
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· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on the specifics of these new rules can be found through the University Interscholastic League or local news sources, such as FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
New heat safety rules are set to take effect for outdoor activities at Texas high schools. These stricter standards will apply to both athletics and marching bands. The rule change was formally made by the University Interscholastic League.
As a result, all Texas high schools will be required to follow these new heat-safety standards starting August 1. Further information on the specifics of these new rules can be found through the University Interscholastic League or local news sources, such as FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Category: schools Published: July 27, 2026 Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News Reading time: 1 min
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