Expressing support for "National Public Lands Day" and encouraging the people of the United States to visit public lands on this fee-free day and recognize their spiritual and cultural value, as well as their contribution to the economy of the United States.

House Resolution

H.Res. 772

119th Congress

Expressing support for "National Public Lands Day" and encouraging the people of the United States to visit public lands on this fee-free day and recognize their spiritual and cultural value, as well as their contribution to the economy of the United States.

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 26, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Darrell E. Issa

Representative

Republican

CA-48

Cosponsors

13

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Congress

Summary

This resolution expresses support for National Public Lands Day, a fee-free day for people to visit and appreciate the spiritual, cultural, and economic value of public lands in the United States.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Ethics, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution expresses support for National Public Lands Day, a fee-free day for people to visit and appreciate the spiritual, cultural, and economic value of public lands in the United States.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

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Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution encourages people in the United States to visit public lands on National Public Lands Day.
It recognizes the spiritual, cultural, and economic importance of public lands in the country.
The resolution was introduced by Representative Jack Bergman, a Republican from Michigan, and has 13 cosponsors.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this resolution is passed, it would raise awareness and promote greater appreciation for the public lands in the United States. This could lead to increased visitation and support for the conservation and maintenance of these spaces, which are important for recreation, wildlife, and the economy.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Congress

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

772, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing support for "National Public Lands Day" and encouraging the people of the United States to visit public lands on this fee-free day and recognize their spiritual and cultural value, as well as their contribution to the economy of the United States.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-772