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New Surcharges for International Visitors to US National Parks

New rules allow US national parks to collect additional fees from international tourists. These funds are intended for park maintenance, visitor services, and staffing. US citizens are not subject to these additional charges.
Key points
National parks can introduce an additional surcharge for non-US citizens visiting the parks.
The surcharge will be added to the standard entrance fee or annual passes.
Funds from these surcharges will remain with the parks to help with their upkeep and service improvements.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2308
Sponsor: Sen. Banks, Jim [R-IN]
Process start date: 2025-07-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PATRIOT Parks Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2308.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • National parks can introduce an additional surcharge for non-US citizens visiting the parks.
  • The surcharge will be added to the standard entrance fee or annual passes.
  • Funds from these surcharges will remain with the parks to help with their upkeep and service improvements.
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 Sen. Banks, Jim [R-IN].

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 2025-12-23.

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