Bill > HRes772

This resolution celebrates National Public Lands Day on September 27, 2025, highlighting the significant role of public lands in the United States. The resolution provides context about the vast extent of public lands, noting there are over 618 million acres managed by various federal agencies including the National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service, Forest Service, and Bureau of Land Management. It emphasizes that these lands serve multiple purposes, including recreation, conservation, grazing, hunting, and economic development. The resolution underscores the economic importance of public lands, pointing out that Bureau of Land Management lands generated approximately $252 billion in economic output and nearly 950,000 jobs in fiscal year 2024, while outdoor recreation contributed $1.2 trillion to the U.S. economy in 2023. Additionally, it recognizes the cultural and spiritual significance of these lands, their biodiversity, and the contribution of millions of volunteers who have helped maintain these national treasures since National Public Lands Day was first celebrated in 1994. The resolution encourages Americans to visit public lands on this fee-free day and appreciate their historic, cultural, and economic significance.

Government Affairs

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/772/all-info