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H.R.9145

PARKS Act Promoting Access to Recreation for Kids in Foster Settings Act

Introduced·6/4/26

Promotes access to recreation for kids in foster settings by providing free annual passes to licensed foster families.

The PARKS Act amends the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to provide free annual passes to licensed foster families. These passes cover entrance fees and standard amenity fees for up to one pass per family, with additional passes available if necessary. This change aims to enhance recreational opportunities for children in foster care, ensuring they have access to outdoor activities and national parks.

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Natural Resources Committee
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History

Jun 4

House

Introduced in House

Jun 4

House

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.