# Plain Language Summary: Increasing Public Access to Recreation Act

This bill makes it easier and cheaper for Americans to use federal lands for outdoor recreation. Right now, the government sets aside money from certain federal land revenues to help pay for public recreation areas—things like hiking trails, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other outdoor activities on national forests, public lands, and similar federal properties. The bill increases how much money gets dedicated to this purpose, which means more funding available to maintain and expand these recreational areas.

Specifically, the bill does two things: it raises the percentage of certain federal land revenues that must go toward recreation from 3 percent to 10 percent, and it increases the maximum amount of money available annually from $15 million to $50 million. In practical terms, this means significantly more resources for maintaining trails, improving campgrounds, upgrading facilities, and potentially opening new areas for public use. If you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, or other outdoor activities on public lands, this bill could mean better-maintained facilities, more amenities, and potentially easier access to recreational areas near you.

The funding comes from existing revenue sources rather than new taxes, so it's essentially redirecting money that's already being collected from federal land use. This benefits outdoor enthusiasts across the country while supporting the maintenance and improvement of the natural spaces that many Americans rely on for recreation and relaxation.

Increasing Public Access to Recreation Act

Biggs, Andy

Increasing Public Access to Recreation Act This bill increases the amount made available from the Land and Water Conservation Fund for recreational public access projects on federal land.