Congress·Passed House·H.R. 183

National Park Passes: Free Access for Police and Firefighters

Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act

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This bill would provide free annual passes to National Parks and other federal recreation sites for police officers and firefighters. These passes normally cost $80 a year for most people.
The free pass would be available to law enforcement and fire department employees working for federal, state, local, or Tribal governments. This includes people who fight wildland fires and those who supervise criminal offenders.
To receive the pass, eligible workers would need to provide proof of their employment. The specific types of ID or documents needed would be decided by the government agencies managing the parks.
This change would put first responders on the same level as active-duty military members, who already receive free annual passes for themselves and their families.
The bill has moved to the Senate for review after passing the House. It aims to make it easier for those in high-stress public service jobs to enjoy the outdoors and national landmarks.

5 milestones16 actions

Jul 22, 2025Senate

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Jul 21, 2025House

The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

Jul 21, 2025House

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Jul 21, 2025House

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3496)

Jul 21, 2025

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3496)

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Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act

Dec 11 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

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Congressional Bill

Official Title

Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act

Bill NumberHR 183

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

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