Environment (Parks & Recreation)

in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2861: Chaco Cultural Heritage Area Protection Act of 2025

HR 2861, the Chaco Cultural Heritage Area Protection Act of 2025, blocks oil and gas development on federal lands surrounding Chaco Culture National Historical Park in New Mexico. The bill terminates non-producing oil and gas leases on these lands and withdraws them from future mineral leasing, protecting the area’s cultural resources and dark skies. It directly affects oil and gas companies holding leases in the designated area and aims to safeguard sacred sites, prehistoric roads, and the park’s status as an International Dark Sky Park. The law preserves the cultural landscape for Pueblo Tribes, Navajo Nation, and Hopi Tribe, who have ongoing ceremonial ties to the region.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill terminates oil and gas leases and blocks development on federal lands, directly restricting fossil fuel energy production.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBlocks oil/gas development on federal lands to protect cultural sites, prehistoric roads, and dark skies, directly conserving natural resources and preventing pollution from extraction activities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Parks & Recreation Public Lands

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vetoed · United States · House Jan 8, 2026

HR 504: Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act

This bill expands the Miccosukee Reserved Area (MRA) to include Osceola Camp within Everglades National Park, directly affecting the Miccosukee Tribe by adding specific land to their protected area. The expansion uses a designated map (dated July 2023) for precise boundaries, requiring the National Park Service to keep it publicly available and file copies with Miami-Dade County and the Tribe. It also mandates that the Secretary of the Interior, within two years of enactment and in consultation with the Tribe, implement flood protection measures for structures in Osceola Camp. These changes formalize land boundaries and address flooding risks for the Tribe's properties within the park.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands protected land within Everglades National Park, conserving natural resources and strengthening tribal land protections in an ecologically significant area.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Parks & Recreation

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in committee · United States · House Jun 10, 2025

HR 3874: Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act

HR 3874, the Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act, expands the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area by formally adding the "Rim of the Valley Unit" to its boundaries. This unit consists of specific land, water, and related interests depicted on two maps (2001 and 2023), directly affecting properties within this newly defined area. The bill ensures any new land acquired for this unit is managed as part of the existing recreation area, while allowing existing water and utility facilities to operate normally - provided their activities minimize harm to the park's resources. The legislation primarily adjusts park boundaries without changing land use or creating new regulations for affected landowners.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expands Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area to preserve land, water, and natural resources per its title and summary, directly aligning with conservation and protection indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation

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in committee · United States · House Feb 28, 2025

HR 718: Public Lands in Public Hands Act

This bill prohibits the U.S. Interior and Agriculture Secretaries from transferring title of certain federal lands to non-government entities. It specifically blocks transfers of lands that are publicly accessible (via roads, trails, or waterways) or adjacent to such lands, unless the land is under 300 acres or meets specific exceptions. Key exceptions include small parcels under 5 acres accessible by water, transfers authorized by historical laws like the Alaska Statehood Act, and land exchanges already permitted by federal law. The bill does not affect existing transfers under these authorized programs or prevent agencies from subdividing land to meet acreage thresholds.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prevents transfers of publicly accessible federal lands to private entities, directly protecting conservation areas and public access per environmental protection indicators.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBlocks transfers of lands accessible via roads/trails/waterways, preserving public access to transportation infrastructure routes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation Public Lands Vehicle Registration

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passed · United States · Senate Mar 27, 2026

S 1142: Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act

S 1142, the Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act, formally adds a specific parcel of land (known as Scarper Ridge) to the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The bill amends existing law to include land depicted on a map titled "Golden Gate National Recreation Area Proposed Boundary Addition" (map number 641/193973, dated July 2024). This boundary adjustment incorporates Scarper Ridge into the recreation area, subjecting it to National Park Service management and protections. The change directly affects the Scarper Ridge land, which will now be managed as part of the protected recreation area.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAdds Scarper Ridge to Golden Gate National Recreation Area, expanding protected land under NPS management for conservation, directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation

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passed · United States · Senate Jun 23, 2025

S 1112: Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act

This bill allows the Secretary of the Interior to voluntarily acquire approximately 6,100 acres of land (through donation or exchange) to expand Big Bend National Park, as shown on a specific November 2022 map. The acquired land would become part of the park, with the boundary officially revised to include it. The bill prohibits using eminent domain or forced takings for this land acquisition. It directly affects the park's physical boundaries and landowners whose property is acquired through voluntary means.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands protected park land, directly conserving natural resources without forced takings or weakening protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation

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in committee · United States · House Feb 5, 2025

HR 986: Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park Establishment Act Amendments Act of 2025

HR 986 expands the boundaries of Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park in Vermont to include the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller Mansion, surrounding buildings, part of Mt. Tom, Billings Farm and Museum, and the King Farm (divided between historic and protection zones). It clarifies land acquisition rules for the King Farm area, requiring access rights for the park and allowing acquired land to be used for agriculture, forestry, conservation, and educational activities. The bill also establishes the National Park Service Stewardship Institute at the park to promote conservation workshops, research, and community engagement. These changes directly affect park management, land use policies, and operations at the King Farm and adjacent areas.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands protected park boundaries and explicitly permits conservation, forestry, and educational land uses, directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Parks & Recreation

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passed · United States · Senate Sep 10, 2026

S 1377: Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act

This bill requires the Secretary of the Interior to maintain a genetically diverse herd of at least 150 wild horses in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The Secretary must develop a management plan within 120 days of the bill's enactment, focused on cost-effective horse management that protects park resources. It prohibits removing horses from the park except to maintain genetic diversity, in emergencies, or to protect public health and safety. The Secretary must also annually monitor and publicly report on the herd's population, structure, and health.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates conservation of wild horses in national park, protecting park resources and genetic diversity per environmental conservation standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 17, 2026

S 1547: America the Beautiful Act

The America the Beautiful Act reauthorizes the National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund through 2033, increasing its annual funding from $1.9 billion to $2 billion. It requires that projects funded by the Legacy Restoration Fund must secure at least 15% of their costs from public donations, which will be solicited through public awareness campaigns, donation locations at recreation sites, and during the purchase of recreation passes. The bill also mandates new reporting requirements for deferred maintenance and disposal of assets no longer serving public interest, while ensuring donations are credited to the Fund and allocated to specific projects.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncreases funding for national park restoration, requiring public donations for conservation projects, directly advancing environmental protection and resource conservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation Public Lands

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 10, 2025

S 1412: Chaco Cultural Heritage Area Protection Act of 2025

This bill withdraws federal lands surrounding Chaco Culture National Historical Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) from oil and gas leasing and development. It automatically terminates non-producing oil and gas leases on these lands and prevents new mineral leasing within the designated area, protecting cultural resources and the park’s visitor experience. The withdrawal specifically applies to federal land within the mapped "Chaco Cultural Heritage Withdrawal Area" but does not affect tribal mineral rights on trust land. It aims to safeguard sacred sites, prehistoric roads, and the park’s dark sky status from potential impacts of energy development.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill explicitly withdraws federal lands from oil/gas leasing and terminates existing leases, directly restricting fossil fuel energy development in the Chaco area.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentWithdraws federal lands from oil/gas leasing to protect UNESCO site and cultural resources, preventing environmental degradation from development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Parks & Recreation Public Lands

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