PEAKS Act

4/23/2024, 2:33 PM

Summary of Bill S 4101

The PEAKS Act, also known as Bill 118 s 4101, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to promote outdoor recreation and conservation on public lands by designating certain areas as National Recreation Areas. These areas would be managed in a way that prioritizes outdoor recreation opportunities while also protecting the natural resources and wildlife within them.

The PEAKS Act aims to increase access to outdoor recreation activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting on public lands. It also seeks to support local economies by attracting visitors to these designated areas. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the maintenance and improvement of recreational infrastructure, such as trails, campgrounds, and visitor centers.

One of the key components of the PEAKS Act is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for projects that enhance outdoor recreation opportunities on public lands. This program would be administered by the Department of the Interior and would prioritize projects that promote conservation and sustainable recreation practices. Overall, the PEAKS Act is intended to support the outdoor recreation industry, protect natural resources, and enhance the overall visitor experience on public lands. It has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards promoting outdoor recreation and conservation in the United States.

Current Status of Bill S 4101

Bill S 4101 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 10, 2024. Bill S 4101 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 10, 2024.  Bill S 4101's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of April 10, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4101

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4101

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4101

PEAKS ActPEAKS ActPreserving Emergency Access in Key Sites ActA bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for the continued designation of hospitals that met mountainous terrain or secondary roads distance requirement as critical access hospitals and to modify distance requirements for ambulance services furnished by critical access hospitals.
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