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National Forest Volunteer Study: Supporting Park Maintenance Efforts.

This bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study on volunteers in national forests. The aim is to assess how volunteers can assist with park maintenance and reduce deferred maintenance backlogs. The study's findings are intended to improve the utilization of volunteer efforts, potentially leading to better upkeep of recreational areas available to citizens.
Key points
A study will be conducted on the number of volunteer hours served in national forests over the past 10 years.
The study will assess whether volunteers can help carry out deferred maintenance projects in national forests.
Barriers to increasing volunteer participation will be identified, potentially leading to better management of human resources in parks.
A report on the study's findings will be submitted to Congress within one year of the bill's enactment.
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Print number: 117_HR_932
Sponsor: Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9]
Process start date: 2021-02-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study on national forest volunteers, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_932.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A study will be conducted on the number of volunteer hours served in national forests over the past 10 years.
  • The study will assess whether volunteers can help carry out deferred maintenance projects in national forests.
  • Barriers to increasing volunteer participation will be identified, potentially leading to better management of human resources in parks.
  • A report on the study's findings will be submitted to Congress within one year of the bill's enactment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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