Increasing Public Access to Recreation Act

This bill would boost the share of Land and Water Conservation Fund money set aside to improve public access to recreation on federal land. It raises the set-aside from 3% to 10% and lifts the annual cap from $5 million to $50 million, so more projects that help people reach and enjoy federal lands could be funded. In short, it increases the amount available for recreational public access projects on federal land.

Key points:

• Who is affected: People who visit national parks and other federal lands, and the agencies that manage them.
• What changes: The set-aside increases from 3% to 10%, and the cap rises from $5 million to $50 million for access projects on federal land.
• Why it matters: More funding could open or improve access points, making it easier for the public to enjoy outdoor recreation on federal lands.