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National Parks must accept cash payments for entrance fees

This bill mandates that all units of the National Park System charging an entrance fee must accept cash payments. This change aims to increase accessibility to federal recreational lands for all citizens, particularly those who do not use credit cards or digital payment methods. It ensures that no one is excluded from visiting a park due to a lack of access to electronic banking.
Key points
All National Parks that charge entrance fees will be legally required to accept cash as a form of payment.
The change ensures that citizens who prefer or rely solely on cash maintain full and unrestricted access to federal recreational areas.
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Print number: 118_S_2887
Sponsor: Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]
Process start date: 2023-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Access to Recreation with Cash Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2887.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All National Parks that charge entrance fees will be legally required to accept cash as a form of payment.
  • The change ensures that citizens who prefer or rely solely on cash maintain full and unrestricted access to federal recreational areas.
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 Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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