Bill > S1575

This bill requires the Secretary of the Interior, along with other federal land managers, to collaborate with the National Academy of Sciences to conduct a comprehensive study of federal reservation systems used for recreational activities on federal lands. The study will examine the history, benefits, challenges, and effectiveness of reservation systems like recreation.gov, exploring topics such as visitor management, access equity, technological adaptation, and fee structures. Specifically, the study will investigate how these systems balance conservation goals with visitor experiences, analyze data collection and user demographics, identify potential barriers for different user groups, and evaluate best practices for reservation system design. The National Academy of Sciences will be required to produce a detailed report within 18 months, which will be submitted to congressional committees. The bill defines key terms like "Federal land" (which includes national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and other federally managed sites) and "recreational activities" (such as camping, hiking, fishing, and other outdoor pursuits). The goal is to provide a comprehensive review that can help improve reservation systems and make federal land recreation more accessible, efficient, and user-friendly.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1575/all-info