A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to repay States for amounts expended by States to operate units of the National Park System during a Government shutdown.

Bill 118 s 2972, also known as the "National Park Shutdown Relief Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to address the financial burden placed on states when they are required to operate units of the National Park System during a government shutdown.

The bill, if passed, would require the Secretary of the Interior to reimburse states for any expenses incurred while operating these national park units during a shutdown. This reimbursement would help alleviate the strain on state budgets and ensure that essential services within the parks can continue to operate smoothly even in the absence of federal funding.

By providing financial relief to states, the National Park Shutdown Relief Act seeks to mitigate the impact of government shutdowns on the National Park System and ensure that these valuable natural resources remain accessible to the public. This bill highlights the importance of maintaining the integrity and functionality of our national parks, even in times of political gridlock.