To amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to provide for lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes for family members of members of the Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving their country.

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, 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.

Bill 119 hr 1682, also known as the Gold Star Families National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass Act, aims to amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act. The purpose of this amendment is to provide lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes to family members of members of the Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving their country.

Under this proposed legislation, the family members of fallen service members would be eligible to receive these passes, which would grant them free access to National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands for the rest of their lives. This gesture is meant to honor and recognize the sacrifices made by these families and to provide them with a way to enjoy and experience the natural beauty and recreational opportunities that these lands have to offer.

The bill is designed to ensure that the families of fallen service members have the opportunity to access and enjoy these public lands without any financial burden. By providing them with lifetime passes, the legislation seeks to show appreciation for the service and sacrifice of their loved ones and to offer them a small token of gratitude for their loss. Overall, the Gold Star Families National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass Act is a bipartisan effort to support and honor the families of fallen service members by granting them free access to National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands for the rest of their lives.