Bill · H.R. 3555· House(119-HR-3555)

Protect our Parks Act of 2025

Age: 42 years

Colorado

Introduced: 5/21/2025
Last activity: 5/21/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsored by: Joe Neguse
Cosponsors: - 36 - 0

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The Protect our Parks Act of 2025 aims to ensure the National Park Service is fully staffed. The Secretary of the Interior is directed to take necessary actions to fill staff positions and all maintenance roles within the National Park System. This includes ensuring visitor safety, enjoyment, and the protection of natural and cultural resources. Additionally, the bill requires the reinstatement of individuals who were involuntarily removed or terminated from the Service between January 20, 2025, and the date of enactment. Finally, the Secretary must continue carrying out specific authorized Service projects.

Yes· 3 of 4

Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?+8
By mandating full staffing and maintenance, the bill directly enhances the management of public park lands.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+7
The bill ensures the protection of natural and cultural resources through full staffing of the National Park Service.
Is this likely to create jobs?+5
The bill promotes job security and retention by reinstating terminated employees and filling vacant staff positions.