The Our Parks Act allows people to visit national parks for free on federal holidays. This change aims to encourage more visitors to enjoy these natural spaces without the cost barrier on special days.
If you plan to visit a national park on a federal holiday, you won't have to pay an entrance fee anymore.
Who this affects
Families · Individuals
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill waives entrance fees for national parks on federal holidays.
2It applies to all units of the National Park System and National Wildlife Refuge System.
3The bill changes the current fee policy to allow free access on specific holidays.
4Federal holidays include days like Independence Day and Thanksgiving.
5The Secretary of the Interior will oversee the implementation of this change.
