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Expanded Recreational Access in Yosemite National Park

New legislation aims to increase public access to the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir and Lake Eleanor Basin areas within Yosemite National Park for recreational purposes. Citizens will have more opportunities for outdoor activities like swimming, non-motorized boating, and camping. The bill also increases funding for the maintenance of these areas, including wildfire prevention.
Key points
Expanded public access to Hetch Hetchy Reservoir and Lake Eleanor Basin for recreation.
Permitted activities include swimming, non-motorized watercraft use, camping, and picnicking.
Annual usage fee increased from $30,000 to $2,000,000, adjusted annually for inflation.
New funds to be used for trail maintenance, road improvements, and wildfire mitigation.
Requires a report assessing past access and future funding for area maintenance.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_519
Sponsor: Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5]
Process start date: 2023-01-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_519.

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 2023-01-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expanded public access to Hetch Hetchy Reservoir and Lake Eleanor Basin for recreation.
  • Permitted activities include swimming, non-motorized watercraft use, camping, and picnicking.
  • Annual usage fee increased from $30,000 to $2,000,000, adjusted annually for inflation.
  • New funds to be used for trail maintenance, road improvements, and wildfire mitigation.
  • Requires a report assessing past access and future funding for area maintenance.
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. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Environment Public Investments