H. Res. 772 (119th)Bill Overview

Expressing support for "National Public Lands Day" and encouraging the people of the United States to visit public lands on this fee-free day and recognize their spiritual and cultural value, as well as their contribution to the economy of the United States.

Simple ResolutionPublic Lands and Natural Resources|Public Lands and Natural Resources
Cosponsors
Support
Democratic
Introduced
Sep 26, 2025
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Bill Text
Current stageCommittee

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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01 · The brief
Simple ResolutionWhat this resolution actually does

This resolution is a non-binding statement from the House of Representatives that supports National Public Lands Day and encourages people to visit public lands on the fee-free day. It asks Americans to recognize the historic, cultural, spiritual, and economic value of public lands. It does not change law, create new rights, or require federal agencies to take action. It simply expresses the House's view and encouragement.

This House resolution expresses support for and encourages Americans to visit public lands on National Public Lands Day (a fee-free day) and to recognize the spiritual, cultural, historic, and economic importance of public lands.

It cites acreage and visitation statistics for agencies such as the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, Forest Service, and Fish and Wildlife Service, notes economic contributions from outdoor recreation and public-land-managed activities, and celebrates volunteer contributions since the observance began.

The resolution is a non-binding statement of support and does not change law, funding, or regulatory authority.

Passage85/100

Based on content alone, this is a short, symbolic House resolution with no fiscal or regulatory effects and low controversy, so it is highly likely to be adopted by the House and non‑problematic in the Senate if pursued. The primary obstacles are procedural (scheduling, committee action) rather than substantive disagreement.

CredibilityAligned

Relative to its intended legislative type, this bill is a straightforward commemorative resolution that clearly states its purpose and supplies supporting factual context while providing only minimal operational detail, which is appropriate for a symbolic expression of support.

Contention12/100

Progressives emphasize the need for substantive funding and stronger conservation protections; conservatives emphasize multiple-use and economic benefits.

02 · What it does

Who stands to gain, and who may push back.

Likely benefits vs burdens50% / 50%
Local governments · Federal agenciesFederal agencies

These are examples from the analysis, not a ranked list of the most-affected groups.

Likely helped
  • Local governmentsMay increase public visitation to parks and other public lands on the designated fee-free day, boosting short-term tour…
  • Potential benefitCould raise public awareness of the cultural, spiritual, and conservation value of public lands and encourage volunteer…
  • Federal agenciesProvides symbolic federal endorsement that can reinforce partnerships between federal agencies, non-profits, and volunt…
Likely burdened
  • Potential burdenHigher visitation on a fee-free day could increase crowding, wear-and-tear, litter, or other environmental impacts at p…
  • Potential burdenLoss of entrance fee revenue for a single day could reduce receipts to agencies that use fees for maintenance and servi…
  • Federal agenciesCould impose short-term staffing and operational strains (visitor services, parking, law enforcement, sanitation) on fe…
03 · Why people split

Why the argument around this bill splits.

Progressives emphasize the need for substantive funding and stronger conservation protections; conservatives emphasize multiple-use and economic benefits.
Progressive75%

A mainstream progressive would generally welcome the resolution’s emphasis on access, cultural and spiritual value, biodiversity, and volunteer stewardship of public lands.

They would view a fee-free day as a useful way to lower barriers for people with limited means to experience public lands, but may see the measure as largely symbolic since it does not provide sustained funding or address structural access inequities.

The inclusion of ‘‘multiple uses’’ and resource development language could cause concern if it signals support for extractive activities over conservation.

Leans supportive
Centrist90%

A pragmatic moderate would see this resolution as a low-cost, broadly popular, and noncontroversial affirmation of public lands.

They would value tourism and economic benefits cited, appreciate volunteerism, and regard the fee-free day as a simple way to encourage public engagement.

They would also note that it is purely declaratory and does not create new obligations or spending, but would advise practical planning to handle visitation spikes and ensure safety and maintenance.

Leans supportive
Conservative80%

A mainstream conservative would likely view the resolution favorably because it encourages public use of lands, recognizes the economic contribution of public-lands activities, and explicitly notes ‘‘multiple uses’’ including grazing, hunting, and resource development.

Because it is a non-binding statement that does not expand federal authority or create new spending, many conservatives would find it acceptable.

Some conservatives who prioritize state or local control might still prefer less federal emphasis, but the bill’s praise of existing agencies and economic outputs should make it broadly acceptable.

Leans supportive
04 · Can it pass?

The path through Congress.

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Passage likelihood85/100

Based on content alone, this is a short, symbolic House resolution with no fiscal or regulatory effects and low controversy, so it is highly likely to be adopted by the House and non‑problematic in the Senate if pursued. The primary obstacles are procedural (scheduling, committee action) rather than substantive disagreement.

Scope and complexity
24%
Scopenarrow
24%
Complexitylow
Why this could stall
  • The text appears to have a few placeholders or incomplete clauses (e.g., missing dates or names in some 'Whereas' clauses), which could require editorial corrections before floor consideration.
  • As a House resolution (expression of support), it does not create enforceable law; whether a companion resolution or bill in the Senate is filed or pursued would affect any bicameral action.
05 · Recent votes

Recent votes on the bill.

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06 · Go deeper

Go deeper than the headline read.

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Progressives emphasize the need for substantive funding and stronger conservation protections; conservatives emphasize multiple-use and eco…

Based on content alone, this is a short, symbolic House resolution with no fiscal or regulatory effects and low controversy, so it is highl…

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Relative to its intended legislative type, this bill is a straightforward commemorative resolution that clearly states its purpose and supplies supporting factual context while providing only minimal operational detail,…

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