Why This Matters
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.
Affects: Families and individuals who want to visit national parks on federal holidays.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill waives entrance fees for national parks on federal holidays. 2. It applies to all units of the National Park System and National Wildlife Refuge System. 3. The bill changes the current fee policy to allow free access on specific holidays. 4. Federal holidays include days like Independence Day and Thanksgiving. 5. The Secretary of the Interior will oversee the implementation of this change.
Who is affected?
Families and individuals who want to visit national parks on federal holidays.