Search Results: keywords:"public recreation"

  • H. R. 187 — To provide for the standardization, consolidation, and publication of data relating to public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways among Federal land and water management agencies, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,896

    H.R. 187, also known as the "Modernizing Access to our Public Waters Act of 2025" or the "MAPWaters Act of 2025", is a bill aimed at improving how data about public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways is standardized, consolidated, and shared among federal agencies....

    Simple Explanation

    The MAPWaters Act of 2025 wants to make it easier for everyone to find information online about where they can enjoy fun activities like fishing on big rivers or lakes run by the government. It plans to make all this information from different agencies work together and be clear, while also keeping in mind the protection of special places like old ruins.

  • S. 4457 — To provide for conservation and economic development in the State of Nevada, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:32,295

    S. 4457 aims to promote conservation and economic development in Nevada by transferring federal land to local and tribal control, designating special management and wilderness areas, and adjusting boundaries for certain conservation areas. It includes provisions to support...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to help save nature and create jobs in Nevada by giving some land back to local people and tribal groups, making new parks and special nature areas, and helping to build homes and roads. It also tries to make sure everyone works together nicely and shares fairly.

  • H. RES. 1281 — Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:217

    H. RES. 1281 celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, established on June 7, 1924. The resolution highlights the refuge's role in supporting a diverse ecosystem, including migratory birds, fish, and other wildlife across more than...

    Simple Explanation

    The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge is having its 100th birthday, and this special document is a way for people to say "thank you" to the area for being a great home for lots of animals and a fun place to visit. It also reminds everyone how important it is to keep taking care of nature so that the birds, fish, and other creatures can be happy and healthy.