Search Results: keywords:"recreational activities"

  • S. 4209 — To provide greater regional access to the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument in the State of Maine, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,065

    The bill titled “Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access Act” aims to improve access to the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument in Maine. It allows the Secretary of the Interior to acquire land around the monument, but not through eminent domain, to expand its boundaries...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to make it easier for people to visit and enjoy a special park in Maine called Katahdin Woods and Waters by letting the government buy some land around it, but only if the landowners agree to sell. It also makes sure that people can still do fun things like picking special plants, and that everyone learns about the park, while keeping everything safe and friendly for everyone, including local communities and tribes.

  • S. 4402 — To establish the Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness in the State of Indiana, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:2,536

    The bill S. 4402 aims to create the Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness in Indiana as a part of the Hoosier National Forest. It outlines the use of 29,382 acres of land for recreation and additions to the Charles C. Deam Wilderness, totaling over 15,000...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to create a big nature park in Indiana where people can hike, camp, and see animals. It sets up rules for taking care of the park but doesn't give new money to do so, which might make it hard to take care of everyone and everything properly.

  • H. R. 8535 — To establish the Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness in the State of Indiana, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:2,566

    H.R. 8535 aims to create the Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness in Indiana. The bill outlines the establishment and management of approximately 29,382 acres of national forest land as a National Recreation Area and approximately 15,300 acres as a Wilderness addition to...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to create a big park in Indiana where people can have fun in nature by doing things like hiking and biking, but it also wants to make sure plants and animals are protected. It doesn't plan to spend extra money, and it needs more details to make sure everything is fair and clear.

  • H. RES. 1496 — Supporting the designation of October 23, 2024, as National Marine Sanctuary Day.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:296

    H. RES. 1496 supports the creation of October 23, 2024, as "National Marine Sanctuary Day." This resolution emphasizes the significance of the National Marine Sanctuary System, which aims to protect oceans, coasts, and Great Lakes through conservation efforts and community engagement. It...

    Simple Explanation

    This bill wants to make October 23, 2024, a special day to celebrate places in the ocean where we protect sea creatures and plants. It also encourages people to visit these areas kindly and supports working together to keep them safe.

  • S. 4451 — To require the Secretary of the Interior to enter into an agreement with the National Academy of Sciences to carry out a study on reservation systems for Federal land.
    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:2,272

    S. 4451, also known as the "Review and Evaluation of Strategies for Equitable Reservations for Visitor Experiences Federal Land Act" or the "RESERVE Federal Land Act," mandates a study to be conducted by the National Academy of Sciences on reservation systems for recreational...

    Simple Explanation

    The RESERVE Federal Land Act is a plan where some smart people will figure out the best way for everyone to take turns having fun on big public playgrounds called Federal lands. They want to make sure it's fair, not too expensive, and uses cool new tools to help everyone enjoy these places equally.

  • H. R. 10162 — To require the Secretary of the Interior to enter into an agreement with the National Academy of Sciences to carry out a study on reservation systems for Federal land.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,318

    H.R. 10162 requires the Secretary of the Interior to collaborate with the National Academy of Sciences to study reservation systems for recreational activities on Federal land. The bill specifies that the study will examine the history, challenges, and benefits of these...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 10162 is like a homework assignment where the Secretary of the Interior has to work with scientists to study how people book trips to parks and nature spots, to see how it can be made better and fairer for everyone. They have to look at what's good and what's not about the current system and tell the grown-ups in Congress about it in a year and a half.

  • S. RES. 812 — Supporting the designation of September 20, 2024, as National Concussion Awareness Day.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:260

    S. RES. 812 supports the designation of September 20, 2024, as "National Concussion Awareness Day". The resolution emphasizes that concussions, or mild traumatic brain injuries, are significant health issues affecting millions annually, particularly in sports and recreational...

    Simple Explanation

    This bill wants to make September 20, 2024, a special day called "National Concussion Awareness Day." It is meant to help everyone learn more about concussions, which are injuries to the brain that happen a lot, especially when playing sports.

  • S. 4451 — An Act To require the Secretary of the Interior to enter into an agreement with the National Academy of Sciences to carry out a study on reservation systems for Federal land.
    Status:Engrossed in Senate
    Words:1,272

    S. 4451 requires the Secretary of the Interior to partner with the National Academy of Sciences to conduct a study on reservation systems for recreational activities on Federal land. The study aims to explore the effectiveness, challenges, and improvement possibilities of these systems in...

    Simple Explanation

    S. 4451 is a plan for the government to work with scientists to study how people book activities on government land, like national parks, to see if the system can be made better and fairer for everyone. They want to know if everything is working well or if changes are needed, and they'll tell Congress what they find out in a year and a half.