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[H.R. 6342 Reported in House (RH)]
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Union Calendar No. 744
118th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. R. 6342
[Report No. 118-911, Part I]
To promote and enhance outdoor recreation opportunities for members of
the Armed Forces and veterans on Federal recreational lands and waters.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
November 9, 2023
Mrs. Kiggans of Virginia (for herself and Mr. Peters) introduced the
following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Natural
Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, and
Veterans' Affairs, 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
December 18, 2024
Additional sponsors: Mr. Ciscomani, Mr. Webster of Florida, Mr. Moylan,
Ms. Lee of Florida, and Mr. Nickel
December 18, 2024
Reported from the Committee on Natural Resources with an amendment
[Strike out all after the enacting clause and insert the part printed
in italic]
December 18, 2024
Committees on Agriculture and Veterans' Affairs discharged; committed
to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and
ordered to be printed
[For text of introduced bill, see copy of bill as introduced on
November 9, 2023]
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A BILL
To promote and enhance outdoor recreation opportunities for members of
the Armed Forces and veterans on Federal recreational lands and waters.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
This Act may be cited as the ``Military and Veterans in Parks Act''
or the ``MVP Act''.
SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS.
In this Act:
(1) Accessible trail.--The term ``accessible trail'' means
a trail that meets the requirements for a trail under the
Architectural Barriers Act accessibility guidelines.
(2) Architectural barriers act accessibility guidelines.--
The term ``Architectural Barriers Act accessibility
guidelines'' means the accessibility guidelines set forth in
appendices C and D to part 1191 of title 36, Code of Federal
Regulations (or successor regulations).
(3) Assistive technology.--The term ``assistive
technology'' means any item, piece of equipment, or product
system, whether acquired commercially, modified, or customized,
that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional
capabilities of individuals with disabilities, particularly
with participating in outdoor recreation activities.
(4) Federal land management agency.--The term ``Federal
land management agency'' has the meaning given the term in
section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16
U.S.C. 6801).
(5) Federal recreational lands and waters.--The term
``Federal recreational lands and waters'' has the meaning given
the term in section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation
Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801).
(6) Gold star family member.--The term ``Gold Star Family
member'' means an individual described in section 3.3 of
Department of Defense Instruction 1348.36.
(7) Outdoor constructed feature.--The term ``outdoor
constructed feature'' has the meaning given such term in
appendix C to part 1191 of title 36, Code of Federal
Regulations (or successor regulations).
(8) Secretaries.--The term ``Secretaries'' means each of--
(A) the Secretary; and
(B) the Secretary of Agriculture.
(9) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary
of the Interior.
(10) Secretary concerned.--The term ``Secretary concerned''
means--
(A) the Secretary, with respect to land under the
jurisdiction of the Secretary; or
(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to
land managed by the Forest Service.
(11) Veterans organization.--The term ``veterans
organization'' means a service provider with outdoor recreation
experience that serves members of the Armed Forces, veterans,
or Gold Star Family members.
TITLE I--ACCESS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
SEC. 101. ACCESSIBLE RECREATION INVENTORY.
(a) Assessment.--Not later than 5 years after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned shall--
(1) carry out a comprehensive assessment of outdoor
recreation facilities on Federal recreational lands and waters
under the jurisdiction of the respective Secretary concerned to
determine the accessibility of such outdoor recreation
facilities, consistent with the Architectural Barriers Act of
1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.) and section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794), including--
(A) camp shelters, camping facilities, and camping
units;
(B) boat launch ramps;
(C) hunting, fishing, shooting, or archery ranges
or locations;
(D) outdoor constructed features;
(E) picnic facilities and picnic units; and
(F) any other outdoor recreation facilities, as
determined by the Secretary concerned; and
(2) make information about such opportunities available
(including through the use of prominently displayed links) on
public websites of--
(A) each of the Federal land management agencies;
and
(B) each relevant unit and subunit of the Federal
land management agencies.
(b) Inclusion of Current Assessments.--As part of the comprehensive
assessment required under subsection (a)(1), to the extent practicable,
the Secretary concerned may rely on assessments completed or data
gathered prior to the date of the enactment of this Act.
(c) Public Information.--Not later than 7 years after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned shall identify
opportunities to create, update, or replace signage and other publicly
available information, including web page information, related to
accessibility and consistent with the Architectural Barriers Act of
1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.) and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
(29 U.S.C. 794) at outdoor recreation facilities covered by the
assessment required under subsection (a)(1).
SEC. 102. TRAIL INVENTORY.
(a) Assessment.--Not later than 7 years after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned shall--
(1) conduct a comprehensive assessment of high-priority
trails, in accordance with subsection (b), on Federal
recreational lands and waters under the jurisdiction of the
respective Secretary concerned, including measuring each
trail's--
(A) average and minimum tread width;
(B) average and maximum running slope;
(C) average and maximum cross slope;
(D) tread type; and
(E) length; and
(2) make information about such high-priority trails
available (including through the use of prominently displayed
links) on public websites of--
(A) each of the Federal land management agencies;
and
(B) each relevant unit and subunit of the Federal
land management agencies.
(b) Selection.--The Secretary concerned shall select high-priority
trails to be assessed under subsection (a)(1)--
(1) in consultation with stakeholders, including veterans
organizations and organizations with expertise or experience
providing outdoor recreation opportunities to individuals with
disabilities;
(2) in a geographically equitable manner; and
(3) in no fewer than 15 units or subunits managed by the
Secretary concerned.
(c) Inclusion of Current Assessments.--As part of the assessment
required under subsection (a)(1), the Secretary concerned may, to the
extent practicable, rely on assessments completed or data gathered
prior to the date of the enactment of this Act.
(d) Public Information.--
(1) In general.--Not later than 7 years after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned shall
identify opportunities to replace signage and other publicly
available information, including web page information, related
to such high-priority trails and consistent with the
Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.) and
section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794) at high-
priority trails covered by the assessment required under
subsection (a)(1).
(2) Tread obstacles.--As part of the assessment required
under subsection (a)(1), the Secretary may, to the extent
practicable, include photographs or descriptions of tread
obstacles and barriers.
(e) Assistive Technology Specification.--In publishing information
about each trail under this subsection, the Secretary concerned shall
make public information about trails that do not meet the Architectural
Barriers Act accessibility guidelines but could otherwise provide
outdoor recreation opportunities to individuals with disabilities
through the use of certain assistive technology.
SEC. 103. TRAIL PILOT PROGRAM.
(a) In General.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned shall carry out a pilot
program to enter into partnerships with eligible entities to--
(1) measure high-priority trails as part of the assessment
required under section 102;
(2) develop accessible trails under section 104; and
(3) make minor modifications to existing trails to enhance
recreational experiences for individuals with disabilities
using assistive technology--
(A) in compliance with all applicable land use and
management plans of the Federal recreational lands and
waters on which the accessible trail is located; and
(B) in consultation with stakeholders, including
veterans organizations and organizations with expertise
or experience providing outdoor recreation
opportunities to individuals with disabilities.
(b) Locations.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary concerned shall select no
fewer than 5 units or subunits under the jurisdiction of the
respective Secretary concerned to carry out the pilot program
established under subsection (a).
(2) Special rule of construction for the department of the
interior.--In selecting the locations of the pilot program, the
Secretary shall ensure that the pilot program is carried out in
at least one unit managed by the--
(A) National Park Service;
(B) Bureau of Land Management; and
(C) United States Fish and Wildlife Service.
(c) Sunset.--The pilot program established under this subsection
shall terminate on the date that is 7 years after the date of the
enactment of this Act.
SEC. 104. ACCESSIBLE TRAILS.
(a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned shall select a location
or locations to develop at least 3 new accessible trails--
(1) on National Forest System lands in each region of the
Forest Service;
(2) on land managed by the National Park Service in each
region of the National Park Service;
(3) on land managed by the Bureau of Land Management in
each region of the Bureau of Land Management; and
(4) on land managed by the United States Fish and Wildlife
Service in each region of the United States Fish and Wildlife
Service.
(b) Development.--In developing an accessible trail under
subsection (a), the Secretary concerned--
(1) may--
(A) create a new accessible trail;
(B) modify an existing trail into an accessible
trail; or
(C) create an accessible trail from a combination
of new and existing trails; and
(2) shall--
(A) consult with stakeholders with respect to the
feasibility and resources necessary for completing the
accessible trail;
(B) ensure the accessible trail complies with the
Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151 et
seq.) and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29
U.S.C. 794); and
(C) to the extent practicable, ensure that outdoor
constructed features supporting the accessible trail,
including trail bridges, parking spaces, and restroom
facilities, meet the requirements of the Architectural
Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.) and
section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794).
(c) Completion.--Not later than 7 years after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned, in coordination with
stakeholders described under subsection (b)(2), shall complete each
accessible trail developed under subsection (a).
(d) Maps, Signage, and Promotional Materials.--For each accessible
trail developed under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned shall--
(1) publish and distribute maps and install signage,
consistent with Architectural Barriers Act of 1968
accessibility guidelines and section 508 of the Rehabilitation
Act (29 U.S.C. 794d); and
(2) coordinate with stakeholders to leverage any non-
Federal resources necessary for the development, stewardship,
completion, or promotion of the accessible trail.
(e) Conflict Avoidance With Other Uses.--In developing each
accessible trail under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned shall
ensure that the accessible trail--
(1) minimizes conflict with--
(A) the uses in effect before the date of the
enactment of this Act with respect to any trail that is
part of that accessible trail;
(B) multiple-use areas where biking, hiking,
horseback riding, off-highway vehicle recreation, or
use by pack and saddle stock are existing uses on the
date of the enactment of this Act; or
(C) the purposes for which any trail is established
under the National Trails System Act (16 U.S.C. 1241 et
seq.); and
(2) complies with all applicable land use and management
plans of the Federal recreational lands and waters on which the
accessible trail is located.
(f) Reports.--
(1) Interim report.--Not later than 3 years after the date
of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned, in
coordination with stakeholders and other interested
organizations, shall prepare and publish an interim report that
lists the accessible trails developed under this section during
the previous 3 years.
(2) Final report.--Not later than 7 years after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned, in
coordination with stakeholders and other interested
organizations, shall prepare and publish a final report that
lists the accessible trails developed under this section.
SEC. 105. ACCESSIBLE RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES.
(a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned shall select a location
to develop at least 2 new accessible recreation opportunities--
(1) on National Forest System lands in each region of the
Forest Service;
(2) on land managed by the National Park Service in each
region of the National Park Service;
(3) on land managed by the Bureau of Land Management in
each region of the Bureau of Land Management; and
(4) on land managed by the United States Fish and Wildlife
Service in each region of the United States Fish and Wildlife
Service.
(b) Development.--In developing an accessible recreation
opportunity under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned--
(1) may--
(A) create a new accessible recreation opportunity;
or
(B) modify an existing recreation opportunity into
an accessible recreation opportunity; and
(2) shall--
(A) consult with stakeholders with respect to the
feasibility and resources necessary for completing the
accessible recreation opportunity;
(B) ensure the accessible recreation opportunity
complies with the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968
(42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.) and section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794); and
(C) to the extent practicable, ensure that outdoor
constructed features supporting the accessible
recreation opportunity, including trail bridges,
parking spaces and restroom facilities, meet the
requirements of the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968
and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C.
794).
(c) Accessible Recreation Opportunities.--The accessible recreation
opportunities developed under subsection (a) may include improving
accessibility or access to--
(1) camp shelters, camping facilities, and camping units;
(2) hunting, fishing, shooting, or archery ranges or
locations;
(3) snow activities, including skiing and snowboarding;
(4) water activities, including kayaking, paddling,
canoeing, and boat launch ramps;
(5) rock climbing;
(6) biking;
(7) off-highway vehicle recreation;
(8) picnic facilities and picnic units;
(9) outdoor constructed features; and
(10) any other new or existing recreation opportunities
identified in consultation with stakeholders under subsection
(b)(2) and consistent with the applicable land management plan.
(d) Completion.--Not later than 7 years after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned, in coordination with
stakeholders consulted with under subsection (b)(2), shall complete
each accessible recreation opportunity developed under subsection (a).
(e) Maps, Signage, and Promotional Materials.--For each accessible
recreation opportunity developed under subsection (a), the Secretary
concerned shall--
(1) publish and distribute maps and install signage,
consistent with Architectural Barriers Act accessibility
guidelines and section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C.
794d); and
(2) coordinate with stakeholders to leverage any non-
Federal resources necessary for the development, stewardship,
completion, or promotion of the accessible trail.
(f) Conflict Avoidance With Other Uses.--In developing each
accessible recreation opportunity under subsection (a), the Secretary
concerned shall ensure that the accessible recreation opportunity--
(1) minimizes conflict with--
(A) the uses in effect before the date of the
enactment of this Act with respect to any Federal
recreational lands and waters on which the accessible
recreation opportunity is located; or
(B) multiple-use areas in existence on the date of
the enactment of this Act; and
(2) complies with all applicable land use and management
plans of the Federal recreational lands and waters on which the
accessible recreational opportunity is located.
(g) Reports.--
(1) Interim report.--Not later than 3 years after the date
of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned, in
coordination with stakeholders and other interested
organizations, shall prepare and publish an interim report that
lists the accessible recreation opportunities developed under
this section during the previous 3 years.
(2) Final report.--Not later than 7 years after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned, in
coordination with stakeholders and other interested
organizations, shall prepare and publish a final report that
lists the accessible recreation opportunities developed under
this section.
SEC. 106. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY.
In carrying out this title, the Secretary concerned may enter into
partnerships, contracts, or agreements with other Federal, State,
Tribal, local, or private entities, including existing outfitting and
guiding services, to make assistive technology available on Federal
recreational lands and waters.
SEC. 107. SAVINGS CLAUSE.
Nothing in the title shall be construed to create any conflicting
standards with the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151
et seq.) and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794).
TITLE II--MILITARY AND VETERANS IN PARKS
SEC. 201. PROMOTION OF OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR MILITARY SERVICEMEMBERS
AND VETERANS.
Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Secretary concerned, in coordination with the Secretary of Veterans
Affairs and the Secretary of Defense, shall develop educational and
public awareness materials to disseminate to members of the Armed
Forces and veterans, including through preseparation counseling of the
Transition Assistance Program under chapter 1142 of title 10, United
States Code, on--
(1) opportunities for members of the Armed Forces and
veterans to access Federal recreational lands and waters free
of charge under section 805 of the Federal Lands Recreation
Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6804), including by prominently
displaying signage, to the extent practicable, at Federal
recreational lands and waters managed by the National Park
Service;
(2) the availability and location of accessible trails,
including new accessible trails developed and completed under
section 104;
(3) the availability and location of accessible recreation
opportunities, including new accessible recreation
opportunities developed and completed under section 105;
(4) access to, and assistance with, assistive technology;
(5) outdoor-related volunteer and wellness programs;
(6) the benefits of outdoor recreation for physical and
mental health;
(7) resources to access guided outdoor trips and other
outdoor programs connected to the Department of Defense, the
Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of the Interior,
or the Department of Agriculture; and
(8) programs and jobs focused on continuing national
service such as Public Land Corps, AmeriCorps, and conservation
corps programs.
SEC. 202. MILITARY VETERANS OUTDOOR RECREATION LIAISONS.
(a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretaries and the Secretary of Veterans
Affairs shall each establish within their Departments the position of
Military Veterans Outdoor Recreation Liaison.
(b) Duties.--The Military Veterans Outdoor Recreation Liaison
shall--
(1) coordinate the implementation of this title;
(2) implement recommendations identified by the Task Force
on Outdoor Recreation for Veterans established under section
203 of the Veterans Comprehensive Prevention, Access to Care,
and Treatment Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-214), including
recommendations related to--
(A) identifying new opportunities to formalize
coordination between the Department of Veterans
Affairs, Department of Agriculture, Department of the
Interior, and partner organizations regarding the use
of Federal recreational lands and waters for
facilitating health and wellness for veterans;
(B) addressing identified barriers that exist to
providing veterans with opportunities to augment the
delivery of services for health and wellness through
the use of outdoor recreation on Federal recreational
lands and waters; and
(C) facilitating the use of Federal recreational
lands and waters for promoting wellness and
facilitating the delivery of health care and
therapeutic interventions for veterans;
(3) coordinate with Military Veterans Outdoor Recreation
Liaisons at other Federal agencies and veterans organizations;
and
(4) promote outdoor recreation experiences for veterans on
Federal recreational lands and waters through new and
innovative approaches.
SEC. 203. PARTNERSHIPS TO PROMOTE MILITARY AND VETERAN RECREATION.
(a) In General.--The Secretary concerned shall seek to enter into
partnerships or agreements with State, Tribal, local, or private
entities with expertise in outdoor recreation, volunteer,
accessibility, and health and wellness programs for members of the
Armed Forces or veterans.
(b) Partnerships.--As part of a partnership or agreement entered
into under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned may host events on
Federal recreational lands and waters designed to promote outdoor
recreation among members of the Armed Forces and veterans.
(c) Financial and Technical Assistance.--Under a partnership or
agreement entered into pursuant to subsection (a), the Secretary
concerned may provide financial or technical assistance to the entity
with which the respective Secretary concerned has entered into the
partnership or agreement to assist with--
(1) the planning, development, and execution of events,
activities, or programs designed to promote outdoor recreation
for members of the Armed Forces or veterans; or
(2) the acquisition of assistive technology to facilitate
improved outdoor recreation opportunities for members of the
Armed Forces or veterans.
SEC. 204. NATIONAL STRATEGY FOR MILITARY AND VETERAN RECREATION.
(a) Strategy.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretaries, acting jointly, shall develop
and make public a strategy to increase visits to Federal recreational
lands and waters by members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and Gold
Star Family members.
(b) Requirements.--A strategy developed under subsection (a)--
(1) shall--
(A) establish objectives and quantifiable targets
for increasing visits to Federal recreational lands and
waters by members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and
Gold Star Family members;
(B) include an opportunity for public notice and
comment;
(C) emphasize increased recreation opportunities on
Federal recreational lands and waters for members of
the Armed Forces, veterans, and Gold Star Family
members; and
(D) provide the anticipated costs to achieve the
objectives and meet the targets established under
subparagraph (A); and
(2) shall not establish any preference between similar
recreation facilitated by noncommercial or commercial entities.
(c) Update to Strategy.--Not later than 5 years after the date of
the publication of the strategy required under subsection (a), and
every 5 years thereafter, the Secretaries, acting jointly, shall update
the strategy and make public the update.
SEC. 205. RECREATION RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMITTEES.
Section 804(d) of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16
U.S.C. 6803(d)), is amended--
(1) in paragraph (5)(A), by striking ``11'' and inserting
``12''; and
(2) in paragraph (5)(D)(ii)--
(A) by striking ``Three'' and inserting ``Four'';
and
(B) after subclause (III), by inserting the
following:
``(IV) Veterans organizations, as
such term is defined in section 201 of
the MVP Act.''; and
(3) in paragraph (8) by striking ``Eight'' and inserting
``Six''.
SEC. 206. CAREER AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR VETERANS.
(a) Veteran Hiring.--The Secretaries are strongly encouraged to
hire veterans in all positions related to the management of Federal
recreational lands and waters.
(b) Pilot Program.--
(1) Establishment.--The Secretary, in consultation with the
Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans' Employment and
Training and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shall establish
a pilot program under which veterans are employed by the
Federal Government in positions that relate to the conservation
and resource management activities of the Department of the
Interior.
(2) Positions.--The Secretary shall--
(A) identify vacant positions in the Department of
the Interior that are appropriate to fill using the
pilot program; and
(B) to the extent practicable, fill such positions
using the pilot program.
(3) Application of civil service laws.--A veteran employed
under the pilot program shall be treated as an employee as
defined by section 2105 of title 5, United States Code.
(4) Briefings and report.--
(A) Initial briefing.--Not later than 60 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary
and the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans'
Employment and Training shall jointly provide to the
appropriate congressional committees a briefing on the
pilot program under this subsection, which shall
include--
(i) a description of how the pilot program
will be carried out in a manner to reduce the
unemployment of veterans; and
(ii) any recommendations for legislative
actions to improve the pilot program.
(B) Implementation briefing.--Not later than 1 year
after the date on which the pilot program under
subsection (a) commences, the Secretary and the
Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans' Employment
and Training shall jointly provide to the appropriate
congressional committees a briefing on the
implementation of the pilot program.
(C) Final report.--Not later than 30 days after the
date on which the pilot program under subsection (a)
terminates under paragraph (5), the Secretary and the
Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans' Employment
and Training shall jointly submit to the appropriate
congressional committees a report on the pilot program
that includes the following:
(i) The number of veterans who applied to
participate in the pilot program.
(ii) The number of such veterans employed
under the pilot program.
(iii) The number of veterans identified in
clause (ii) who transitioned to full-time
positions with the Federal Government after
participating in the pilot program.
(iv) Any other information the Secretary
and the Assistant Secretary of Labor for
Veterans' Employment and Training determine
appropriate with respect to measuring the
effectiveness of the pilot program.
(5) Duration.--The authority to carry out the pilot program
under this subsection shall terminate on the date that is 2
years after the date on which the pilot program commences.
(c) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section,
the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means--
(1) the Committee on Veterans' Affairs and the Committee on
Natural Resources of the House of Representatives; and
(2) the Committee on Veterans' Affairs and the Committee on
Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate.
(d) Outdoor Recreation Program Attendance.--Each Secretary of a
military department is encouraged to allow members of the Armed Forces
on active duty status to participate in programs related to
environmental stewardship or guided outdoor recreation.
Union Calendar No. 744
118th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. R. 6342
[Report No. 118-911, Part I]
_______________________________________________________________________
A BILL
To promote and enhance outdoor recreation opportunities for members of
the Armed Forces and veterans on Federal recreational lands and waters.
_______________________________________________________________________
December 18, 2024
Reported from the Committee on Natural Resources with an amendment
December 18, 2024
Committees on Agriculture and Veterans' Affairs discharged; committed
to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and
ordered to be printed