Bill · H.Res. 772· House(119-HRES-772)
Expressing support for "National Public Lands Day" and encouraging the people of the United States to visit public lands on this fee-free day and recognize their spiritual and cultural value, as well as their contribution to the economy of the United States.
- Introduced
- 9/26/2025
- Last activity
- 9/26/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Dina Titus
- Cosponsors
- - 28 - 6
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for "National Public Lands Day." It encourages the people of the United States to visit public lands on this specific fee-free day. The text highlights the spiritual, cultural, and economic value of these lands. It also notes the importance of agencies like the National Park Service and the Bureau of Land Management in preserving these areas. Finally, the resolution acknowledges the historical impact and the role of volunteers in maintaining national treasures.
Yes· 3 of 8
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+2
The fee-free day allows low-income households to visit public lands without the burden of entrance fees.
Would middle-income households be better off under this?+2
The resolution encourages free access to public lands for all citizens through fee-free days.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+2
The resolution highlights the importance of public lands in supporting rural economies and traditions.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Financial Savings for Visitors: The resolution encourages people to visit public lands on a "fee-free day," which allows for access without the usual costs associated with visiting certain areas. (Resolution Text)
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Economic and Job Benefits: The text notes that public lands serve as a major economic engine, with the Bureau of Land Management generating approximately $252,000,000,000 in economic output and nearly 950,000 jobs in fiscal year 2024. (Resolution Text)
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Cultural and Spiritual Value: The resolution recognizes that public lands hold great cultural and spiritual significance for the people of the United States. (Resolution Text)
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Support for Rural Economies: The text states that public lands have a historic role in supporting rural economies, cultural traditions, and community livelihoods. (Resolution Text)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+2Good For Middle Class Households+2Good For Rural Residents+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+2Improves Rural Development+2
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+2Increases Job Creation+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Affordable Housing+1
- 10/8/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/3/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/26/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 32 Cosponsors added.
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