Public Law 119-73 (01/23/2026)

16 U.S.C. § 8573

Interagency report on special recreation permits for underserved communities

(a)

Covered community defined

In this section, the term “covered community” means a rural or urban community, including an Indian Tribe, that is—
(1)
low-income or underserved; and
(2)
has been underrepresented in outdoor recreation opportunities on Federal recreational lands and waters.
(b)

Report

Not later than 3 years after , the Secretaries, acting jointly, shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report that describes—
(1)
the estimated use of special recreation permits serving covered communities;
(2)
examples of special recreation permits, partnerships, cooperative agreements, or other arrangements providing access to Federal recreational lands and waters for covered communities;
(3)
other ways covered communities are engaging on Federal recreational lands and waters, including through stewardship and conservation projects or activities;
(4)
any barriers for existing or prospective recreation service providers and holders of commercial use authorizations operating within or serving a covered community; and
(5)
any recommendations to facilitate and increase permitted access to Federal recreational lands and waters for covered communities.

Pub. L. 118–234, title III, § 353138 Stat. 2917(, , .)