Bill > HR1429

This bill aims to expand the mission of the National Park Service (NPS) by explicitly including active use of national park units located in urban areas. The bill modifies the existing law by adding language that requires the NPS to promote active use of parks in urban settings, and provides clear definitions for key terms. Specifically, "active use" is defined as activities that prioritize current enjoyment and improve quality of life, such as creating playgrounds, pedestrian and bicycle-friendly infrastructure, sports and recreation facilities, community events, programming, and concessions. The bill also defines "urban area" using the most recent decennial census designation by the Secretary of Commerce. By making these changes, the bill seeks to transform urban national parks from primarily preservation-focused spaces to more dynamic, community-engaged locations that directly serve the local population's recreational and social needs, potentially increasing public engagement and making these parks more accessible and relevant to city residents.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1429/all-info