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Improving Outdoor Recreation Coordination Act

2/5/2024, 11:45 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3107

Bill 118 hr 3107, also known as the Improving Outdoor Recreation Coordination Act, aims to enhance coordination and collaboration among federal agencies responsible for managing outdoor recreation activities on public lands. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 25, 2021, by Representative Blake Moore from Utah.

The main purpose of this legislation is to improve the planning and management of outdoor recreation opportunities on federal lands by establishing an interagency committee to coordinate efforts between the Department of the Interior, the Department of Agriculture, and other relevant federal agencies. This committee will be responsible for developing a national strategy for outdoor recreation, identifying priority areas for investment, and promoting sustainable outdoor recreation practices.

Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance public access to outdoor recreation opportunities by requiring federal agencies to prioritize the development of recreational infrastructure, such as trails, campgrounds, and visitor centers. It also aims to improve data collection and analysis related to outdoor recreation to better inform decision-making and resource allocation. Overall, the Improving Outdoor Recreation Coordination Act is designed to promote collaboration and efficiency in managing outdoor recreation activities on federal lands, ultimately enhancing the overall outdoor recreation experience for Americans and visitors alike.

Congressional Summary of HR 3107

Improving Outdoor Recreation Coordination Act

This bill directs the Department of the Interior to establish the Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation.

The council shall meet as frequently as appropriate for purposes of coordinating specified policies and activities, including

  • recreation management policies across federal agencies;
  • the response by federal land management agencies to public health or other emergencies that result in disruptions to, or closures of, federal recreational lands and waters;
  • the adoption and expansion of emerging technologies on federal recreational lands and waters; and
  • the dissemination to the public of recreation-related information in a manner that ensures that the information is easily accessible with modern communications devices.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3107

Bill HR 3107 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 5, 2023. Bill HR 3107 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 5, 2023.  Bill HR 3107's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of September 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3107

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3107

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies
- Intergovernmental relations
- Outdoor recreation
- Parks, recreation areas, trails

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3107

Improving Outdoor Recreation Coordination Act
Improving Outdoor Recreation Coordination Act
To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish the Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation.

Comments

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3107

Joe Neguse
Joe Neguse
ColoradoDemocrat
Michael Lawler
Michael Lawler
New YorkRepublican

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