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Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act

12/15/2023, 3:55 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1642

Bill 118 hr 1642, also known as the Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide free or discounted access to federal recreational lands and waters for law enforcement officers and firefighters.

The bill specifies that eligible individuals must be employed as full-time law enforcement officers or firefighters, and must present valid identification in order to receive the benefits outlined in the legislation. These benefits include free or discounted passes to national parks, forests, and other federal recreational areas.

The bill aims to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of law enforcement officers and firefighters by providing them with opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors and engage in recreational activities. Additionally, supporters of the bill argue that providing these benefits can help improve the mental and physical well-being of these individuals, who often face high levels of stress and danger in their line of work. Overall, the Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act seeks to recognize and support the important contributions of law enforcement officers and firefighters by granting them access to federal recreational lands and waters at little to no cost.

Congressional Summary of HR 1642

Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act

This bill directs the Department of Agriculture and the Department of the Interior to make the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass available, at no cost, to a law enforcement officer or firefighter who provides adequate proof of eligibility.

Current Status of Bill HR 1642

Bill HR 1642 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 17, 2023. Bill HR 1642 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 17, 2023.  Bill HR 1642's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry. as of April 25, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1642

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1642

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- First responders and emergency personnel
- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
- Law enforcement officers
- Military personnel and dependents
- Outdoor recreation
- Parks, recreation areas, trails
- User charges and fees

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1642

Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act
Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act
To amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to provide for an annual National Recreational Pass for law enforcement officers and firefighters.

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