Morgan Brummund writes in RealClearEnergy about the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act.
- The House of Representatives has passed the bipartisan EXPLORE Act.
- The EXPLORE Act would streamline permitting processes on federal lands, update and improve infrastructure on these lands, and identify new recreational opportunities.
- Improving outdoor recreation has significant economic benefits and increases a sense of stewardship across the nation.
“Increasing access to nature for more Americans in a responsible manner is a tried and true method for instilling a passion for environmental stewardship. In fact, it’s the sportsmen and women, hikers, mountain bikers, and rock climbers who are some of our nation’s greatest conservationists. These nature enthusiasts want to protect their backyards, and the more people we get outside, the more stewards we will have.”
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