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Urban National Parks: More Spaces for Active Recreation

This act aims to expand the function of national parks located in urban areas. This means these parks will be more focused on daily use by residents, offering new opportunities for recreation and leisure. As a result, citizens will gain easier access to playgrounds, bike paths, sports facilities, and community events in their local parks.
Key points
Urban national parks will actively promote spaces for play, sports, and recreation.
New pedestrian and bicycle-friendly infrastructure will be created, facilitating physical activity.
There will be more community events and programs in parks, improving the quality of life in cities.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1429
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2025-02-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Activating National Parks in Cities Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1429.

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 2025-02-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Urban national parks will actively promote spaces for play, sports, and recreation.
  • New pedestrian and bicycle-friendly infrastructure will be created, facilitating physical activity.
  • There will be more community events and programs in parks, improving the quality of life in cities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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 Local Government