What does Preamble of S 949 do?

This bill is formally titled 'A bill to ensure that the National Park Service is fully staffed, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of S 949 do?

This bill is formally titled the Protect our Parks Act of 2025.

What does DEFINITIONS. of S 949 do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. The term 'Secretary' is defined as the Secretary of the Interior. The term 'Service' is defined as the National Park Service.

What does NATIONAL PARK SERVICE STAFFING AND PERSONNEL. of S 949 do?

This section directs the Secretary to take actions to ensure National Park System units are fully staffed for visitor safety, enjoyment, and resource protection. The Secretary is also directed to ensure all maintenance staff positions at the National Park Service are filled. The Secretary must reinstate individuals involuntarily removed or terminated from employment with the Service between January 20, 2025, and February 25, 2025. These actions are to be taken using previously appropriated funds.

What does CONTINUATION OF AUTHORIZED NATIONAL PARK SERVICE PROJECTS. of S 949 do?

This section grants the Secretary authority to continue National Park Service projects. These projects are those for which funds are authorized or appropriated under specific prior legislation. The listed legislation includes the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act. The Great American Outdoors Act is also included. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is another source of authorized projects. Projects authorized under Public Law 117-169, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, are also covered.

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Protect our Parks Act of 2025 — S. 949

Last updated: 3/11/2025 · Introduced: 3/11/2025

Author: Mark Kelly (D-AZ)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to ensure National Park System units are fully staffed and that all maintenance staff positions are filled, utilizing existing funds.
The bill mandates the reinstatement of National Park Service employees involuntarily separated from their positions between January 20, 2025, and February 25, 2025.
The bill authorizes the continuation of National Park Service projects funded by prior legislation, including the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act, the Great American Outdoors Act, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.

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