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flag Texas Supreme Court weighs temporary beach closures for SpaceX launches amid public access vs. space industry safety debate.

flag The Texas Supreme Court heard arguments over whether the state can temporarily close Boca Chica Beach for SpaceX rocket launches under a 2013 law, with environmental and indigenous groups claiming the closures violate the state’s Open Beaches Amendment guaranteeing unrestricted public access. flag The state defends the closures as necessary for safety and to support the growing space industry, noting the FAA has approved up to 25 annual launches. flag The court examined whether temporary restrictions are permissible under the amendment and questioned the limits of such closures, with justices considering whether a year-long closure would be unconstitutional. flag The case could set a precedent on balancing public beach access with high-risk activities.

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