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BillHR 9282 · 119

Encouraging Public Service in Our National Parks and Public Land Act

Introduced
Jun 11, 2026
Cosponsors
22
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 11, 2026

Bill Summary

Funds and supports programs that encourage public service and volunteer work in national parks and public lands. Establishes initiatives to promote conservation and maintenance efforts in these areas.

Sponsored By

Sydney Kamlager-Dove
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jun 11, 2026
  3. Jun 11, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects national park visitors, volunteers, and staff, as well as local communities surrounding public lands, by potentially increasing conservation efforts and improving park maintenance. It also impacts young adults and students who may participate in the public service programs and volunteer work supported by the bill.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Natural Resources
IntroducedJun 11, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 11, 2026
Latest ActionReferred 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.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.