Outdoors for All Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 4512 Outdoors for All Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Public Lands and Natural Resources. Stay informed on legislative developments.

11/1/2022, 1:49 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 4512

Outdoors for All Act

This bill directs the Department of the Interior to establish an outdoor recreation legacy partnership grant program under which Interior may award grants to states, certain political subdivisions of a state, special purpose districts, or certain Indian tribes for projects to (1) acquire land and water for parks and other outdoor recreation purposes, and (2) develop new or renovate existing outdoor recreation facilities.

As a condition for receiving a grant, a recipient shall provide matching funds in cash or in kind equal to 100% of the amounts available under the grant.

A grant recipient may use the grant to acquire land or water providing outdoor recreation opportunities to the public and develop or renovate outdoor recreational facilities, with priority given to projects that

create or significantly enhance access to park and recreational opportunities in an urban neighborhood or community,
engage and empower underserved communities and youth,
provide opportunities for youth employment or job training,
establish or expand public-private partnerships, and
take advantage of coordination among various levels of government.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4512

Bill HR 4512 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 26, 2019. Bill HR 4512 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on September 26, 2019. Bill HR 4512's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held. as of February 27, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4512

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4512

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

Employment and training programsIndian lands and resources rightsLand transfersOutdoor recreationParks, recreation areas, trailsPublic-private cooperationUrban and suburban affairs and developmentYouth employment and child labor

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4512

Outdoors for All ActTo provide grants for projects to acquire land and water for parks and other outdoor recreation purposes and to develop new or renovate existing outdoor recreation facilities.Outdoors for All Act

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