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Lifetime National Park Passes for Military Families
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Lifetime National Park Passes for Military Families

IntroducedFebruary 27, 2025
Passed House4 days ago
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Under consideration in the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
The committee is actively working on it, which most bills never get.
Armed Forces and National SecurityMilitary personnel and dependentsParks, recreation areas, trailsUser charges and feesVeterans' pensions and compensation
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Why This Matters

This bill offers lifetime passes to national parks for family members of military personnel who died while serving. It helps these families access recreational areas without cost.

If you are a family member of a fallen service member, you can receive a lifetime pass to national parks and federal lands.
Who this affects
family members · service members
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill provides free lifetime passes to national parks for families of fallen service members.
  2. 2Eligible family members include those receiving death benefits or compensation due to a service member's death.
  3. 3The passes allow access to national parks and federal recreational lands across the United States.
  4. 4This legislation aims to honor the sacrifice of military personnel by supporting their families.
Read the detailed summary

Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service Act or BELO’S Act This bill extends eligibility for a free lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass to any individual who is a survivor to a member of the Armed Forces whose death entitles the survivor to (1) a death gratuity (e. g., the servicemember died while on active duty or during inactive duty training), or (2) dependency and indemnity compensation.

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IntroducedFeb 27, 2025
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HouseMay 13, 2025
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Under consideration in the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.

The committee is actively working on it, which most bills never get.

President

The President

Donald Trump
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Awaiting Vote
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