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Military Families National Parks Access Enhancement Act
1/14/2025, 5:11 PM
Summary of Bill HR 9516
Bill 118 hr 9516, also known as the Military Families National Parks Access Enhancement Act, aims to provide free access to national parks and federal recreational lands for members of the military and their families. The bill specifically targets active duty service members, veterans, and Gold Star families, who have lost a loved one in military service.
The legislation seeks to enhance the well-being and quality of life for military families by allowing them to enjoy the natural beauty and recreational opportunities offered by national parks without having to pay entrance fees. This access is intended to serve as a token of appreciation for the sacrifices made by military personnel and their families in service to the country.
The bill also includes provisions to streamline the process for obtaining free access to national parks for eligible military families, ensuring that they can easily take advantage of this benefit. Additionally, the legislation aims to promote awareness of the program among military communities and encourage participation in outdoor recreational activities. Overall, the Military Families National Parks Access Enhancement Act seeks to honor and support the men and women of the military by providing them with greater access to the natural wonders of our national parks, while also promoting family bonding and well-being through outdoor recreation.
The legislation seeks to enhance the well-being and quality of life for military families by allowing them to enjoy the natural beauty and recreational opportunities offered by national parks without having to pay entrance fees. This access is intended to serve as a token of appreciation for the sacrifices made by military personnel and their families in service to the country.
The bill also includes provisions to streamline the process for obtaining free access to national parks for eligible military families, ensuring that they can easily take advantage of this benefit. Additionally, the legislation aims to promote awareness of the program among military communities and encourage participation in outdoor recreational activities. Overall, the Military Families National Parks Access Enhancement Act seeks to honor and support the men and women of the military by providing them with greater access to the natural wonders of our national parks, while also promoting family bonding and well-being through outdoor recreation.
Congressional Summary of HR 9516
Military Families National Parks Access Enhancement Act
This bill extends eligibility for a free lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass to individuals who are next-of-kin to a member of the Armed Forces whose death entitles the survivor to a death gratuity (e.g., the servicemember died while on active duty or during inactive duty training).
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Current Status of Bill HR 9516
Bill HR 9516 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since December 18, 2024. Bill HR 9516 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 10, 2024. Bill HR 9516's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of December 18, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9516
Total Number of Sponsors
15Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
15Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9516
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9516
Military Families National Parks Access Enhancement Act
Military Families National Parks Access Enhancement Act
To amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to provide for lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes for family members of members of the Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving their country.
Comments

Wrenlee Singleton
25,794
11 months ago
I don't like this bill, it's gonna make things harder for me and my family.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 9516
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