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Free National Park Access for US 250th Anniversary

The STARS Act designates September 17, 2026, as a fee-free day for national parks and other federal recreation sites. This allows citizens to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States by enjoying free access to natural beauty and recreational areas without additional costs. It's a great opportunity to spend time outdoors with family and friends.
Key points
Entrance to all National Park Service sites will be free on September 17, 2026.
Standard amenity recreation fees will be waived for sites managed by the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Bureau of Reclamation on this date.
Forest Service sites will also waive standard amenity recreation fees on September 17, 2026.
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Status: Passed House
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4285
Sponsor: Rep. Maloy, Celeste [R-UT-2]
Process start date: 2025-07-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

STARS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4285.

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 2025-07-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Entrance to all National Park Service sites will be free on September 17, 2026.
  • Standard amenity recreation fees will be waived for sites managed by the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Bureau of Reclamation on this date.
  • Forest Service sites will also waive standard amenity recreation fees on September 17, 2026.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

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. Maloy, Celeste [R-UT-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5074)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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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