,,ib ,union ,calendar ,no4 #gdd #aahth ,,congress #b;d ,session ,h4 ,r4 #fcdb ,report ,no4 #aah-iaa1 ,part ,i ,,in ,,the ,,house ,,of ,,representatives ,november #i1 #bjbc,mrs4 ,kiggans of ,virginia 7for herself and ,mr4 ,peters7 introduced the following bill2 which was referred to the ,committee on ,natural ,resources1 and in addition to the ,committees on ,agriculture1 and ,veterans' ,affairs1 for a period to be subsequently determined by the ,speaker1 in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned ,december #ah1 #bjbd;,additional sponsors3 ,mr4 ,ciscomani1 ,mr4 ,webster of ,florida1 ,mr4 ,moylan1 ,ms4 ,lee of ,florida1 and ,mr4 ,nickel ,december #ah1 #bjbd,reported from the ,committee on ,natural ,resources with an amendment,strike out all after the enacting clause and insert the part printed in italic ,december #ah1 #bjbd;,committees on ,agriculture and ,veterans' ,affairs discharged2 committed to the ,committee of the ,whole ,house on the ,state of the ,union and ordered to be printed,for text of introduced bill1 see copy of bill as introduced on ,november #i1 #bjbc ,a ,,bill ,to promote and enhance outdoor recreation opportunities for members of the ,armed ,forces and veterans on ,federal recreational lands and waters4 #a4 ,short title ,this ,act may be cited as the ,military and ,veterans in ,parks ,act or the ,,mvp ,act4 #b4 ,definitions ,in this ,act3 7#a7 ,accessible trail ,the term accessible trail means a trail that meets the requirements for a trail under the ,architectural ,barriers ,act accessibility guidelines4 7#b7 ,architectural ,barriers ,act accessibility guidelines ,the term ,architectural ,barriers ,act accessibility guidelines means the accessibility guidelines set forth in appendices ,c and ,d to part #aaia of title #cf1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or successor regulations74 7#c7 ,assistive technology ,the term assistive technology means any item1 piece of equipment1 or product system1 whether acquired commercially1 modified1 or customized1 that is used to increase1 maintain1 or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities1 particularly with participating in outdoor recreation activities4 7#d7 ,federal land management agency ,the term ,federal land management agency has the meaning given the term in section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja74 7#e7 ,federal recreational lands and waters ,the term ,federal recreational lands and waters has the meaning given the term in section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja74 7#f7 ,gold ,star ,family member ,the term ,gold ,star ,family member means an individual described in section #c4c of ,department of ,defense ,instruction #acdh4cf4 7#g7 ,outdoor constructed feature ,the term outdoor constructed feature has the meaning given such term in appendix ,c to part #aaia of title #cf1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or successor regulations74 7#h7 ,secretaries ,the term ,secretaries means each of-- 7,a7 the ,secretary2 and 7,b7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture4 7#i7 ,secretary ,the term ,secretary means the ,secretary of the ,interior4 7#aj7 ,secretary concerned ,the term ,secretary concerned means-- 7,a7 the ,secretary1 with respect to land under the jurisdiction of the ,secretary2 or 7,b7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 with respect to land managed by the ,forest ,service4 7#aa7 ,veterans organization ,the term veterans organization means a service provider with outdoor recreation experience that serves members of the ,armed ,forces1 veterans1 or ,gold ,star ,family members4 ,i ,access for ,people with ,disabilities #aja4 ,accessible recreation inventory 7a7 ,assessment ,not later than #e years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned shall-- 7#a7 carry out a comprehensive assessment of outdoor recreation facilities on ,federal recreational lands and waters under the jurisdiction of the respective ,secretary concerned to determine the accessibility of such outdoor recreation facilities1 consistent with the ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daea et seq47 and section #ejd of the ,rehabilitation ,act 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid71 including-- 7,a7 camp shelters1 camping facilities1 and camping units2 7,b7 boat launch ramps2 7,c7 hunting1 fishing1 shooting1 or archery ranges or locations2 7,d7 outdoor constructed features2 7,e7 picnic facilities and picnic units2 and 7,f7 any other outdoor recreation facilities1 as determined by the ,secretary concerned2 and 7#b7 make information about such opportunities available 7including through the use of prominently displayed links7 on public websites of-- 7,a7 each of the ,federal land management agencies2 and 7,b7 each relevant unit and subunit of the ,federal land management agencies4 7b7 ,inclusion of current assessments ,as part of the comprehensive assessment required under subsection 7a77#a71 to the extent practicable1 the ,secretary concerned may rely on assessments completed or data gathered prior to the date of the enactment of this ,act4 7c7 ,public information ,not later than #g years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned shall identify opportunities to create1 update1 or replace signage and other publicly available information1 including web page information1 related to accessibility and consistent with the ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daea et seq47 and section #ejd of the ,rehabilitation ,act 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid7 at outdoor recreation facilities covered by the assessment required under subsection 7a77#a74 #ajb4 ,trail inventory 7a7 ,assessment ,not later than #g years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned shall-- 7#a7 conduct a comprehensive assessment of high-priority trails1 in accordance with subsection 7b71 on ,federal recreational lands and waters under the jurisdiction of the respective ,secretary concerned1 including measuring each trail's-- 7,a7 average and minimum tread width2 7,b7 average and maximum running slope2 7,c7 average and maximum cross slope2 7,d7 tread type2 and 7,e7 length2 and 7#b7 make information about such high-priority trails available 7including through the use of prominently displayed links7 on public websites of-- 7,a7 each of the ,federal land management agencies2 and 7,b7 each relevant unit and subunit of the ,federal land management agencies4 7b7 ,selection ,the ,secretary concerned shall select high-priority trails to be assessed under subsection 7a77#a7-- 7#a7 in consultation with stakeholders1 including veterans organizations and organizations with expertise or experience providing outdoor recreation opportunities to individuals with disabilities2 7#b7 in a geographically equitable manner2 and 7#c7 in no fewer than #ae units or subunits managed by the ,secretary concerned4 7c7 ,inclusion of current assessments ,as part of the assessment required under subsection 7a77#a71 the ,secretary concerned may1 to the extent practicable1 rely on assessments completed or data gathered prior to the date of the enactment of this ,act4 7d7 ,public information 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #g years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned shall identify opportunities to replace signage and other publicly available information1 including web page information1 related to such high-priority trails and consistent with the ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daea et seq47 and section #ejd of the ,rehabilitation ,act 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid7 at high-priority trails covered by the assessment required under subsection 7a77#a74 7#b7 ,tread obstacles ,as part of the assessment required under subsection 7a77#a71 the ,secretary may1 to the extent practicable1 include photographs or descriptions of tread obstacles and barriers4 7e7 ,assistive technology specification ,in publishing information about each trail under this subsection1 the ,secretary concerned shall make public information about trails that do not meet the ,architectural ,barriers ,act accessibility guidelines but could otherwise provide outdoor recreation opportunities to individuals with disabilities through the use of certain assistive technology4 #ajc4 ,trail pilot program 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned shall carry out a pilot program to enter into partnerships with eligible entities to-- 7#a7 measure high-priority trails as part of the assessment required under section #ajb2 7#b7 develop accessible trails under section #ajd2 and 7#c7 make minor modifications to existing trails to enhance recreational experiences for individuals with disabilities using assistive technology-- 7,a7 in compliance with all applicable land use and management plans of the ,federal recreational lands and waters on which the accessible trail is located2 and 7,b7 in consultation with stakeholders1 including veterans organizations and organizations with expertise or experience providing outdoor recreation opportunities to individuals with disabilities4 7b7 ,locations 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned shall select no fewer than #e units or subunits under the jurisdiction of the respective ,secretary concerned to carry out the pilot program established under subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,special rule of construction for the department of the interior ,in selecting the locations of the pilot program1 the ,secretary shall ensure that the pilot program is carried out in at least one unit managed by the-- 7,a7 ,national ,park ,service2 7,b7 ,bureau of ,land ,management2 and 7,c7 ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service4 7c7 ,sunset ,the pilot program established under this subsection shall terminate on the date that is #g years after the date of the enactment of this ,act4 #ajd4 ,accessible trails 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned shall select a location or locations to develop at least #c new accessible trails-- 7#a7 on ,national ,forest ,system lands in each region of the ,forest ,service2 7#b7 on land managed by the ,national ,park ,service in each region of the ,national ,park ,service2 7#c7 on land managed by the ,bureau of ,land ,management in each region of the ,bureau of ,land ,management2 and 7#d7 on land managed by the ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service in each region of the ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service4 7b7 ,development ,in developing an accessible trail under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary concerned-- 7#a7 may-- 7,a7 create a new accessible trail2 7,b7 modify an existing trail into an accessible trail2 or 7,c7 create an accessible trail from a combination of new and existing trails2 and 7#b7 shall-- 7,a7 consult with stakeholders with respect to the feasibility and resources necessary for completing the accessible trail2 7,b7 ensure the accessible trail complies with the ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daea et seq47 and section #ejd of the ,rehabilitation ,act 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid72 and 7,c7 to the extent practicable1 ensure that outdoor constructed features supporting the accessible trail1 including trail bridges1 parking spaces1 and restroom facilities1 meet the requirements of the ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daea et seq47 and section #ejd of the ,rehabilitation ,act 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid74 7c7 ,completion ,not later than #g years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned1 in coordination with stakeholders described under subsection 7b77#b71 shall complete each accessible trail developed under subsection 7a74 7d7 ,maps1 signage1 and promotional materials ,for each accessible trail developed under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary concerned shall-- 7#a7 publish and distribute maps and install signage1 consistent with ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh accessibility guidelines and section #ejh of the ,rehabilitation ,act 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid;d72 and 7#b7 coordinate with stakeholders to leverage any non-,federal resources necessary for the development1 stewardship1 completion1 or promotion of the accessible trail4 7e7 ,conflict avoidance with other uses ,in developing each accessible trail under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary concerned shall ensure that the accessible trail-- 7#a7 minimizes conflict with-- 7,a7 the uses in effect before the date of the enactment of this ,act with respect to any trail that is part of that accessible trail2 7,b7 multiple-use areas where biking1 hiking1 horseback riding1 off-highway vehicle recreation1 or use by pack and saddle stock are existing uses on the date of the enactment of this ,act2 or 7,c7 the purposes for which any trail is established under the ,national ,trails ,system ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #abda et seq472 and 7#b7 complies with all applicable land use and management plans of the ,federal recreational lands and waters on which the accessible trail is located4 7f7 ,reports 7#a7 ,interim report ,not later than #c years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned1 in coordination with stakeholders and other interested organizations1 shall prepare and publish an interim report that lists the accessible trails developed under this section during the previous #c years4 7#b7 ,final report ,not later than #g years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned1 in coordination with stakeholders and other interested organizations1 shall prepare and publish a final report that lists the accessible trails developed under this section4 #aje4 ,accessible recreation opportunities 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned shall select a location to develop at least #b new accessible recreation opportunities-- 7#a7 on ,national ,forest ,system lands in each region of the ,forest ,service2 7#b7 on land managed by the ,national ,park ,service in each region of the ,national ,park ,service2 7#c7 on land managed by the ,bureau of ,land ,management in each region of the ,bureau of ,land ,management2 and 7#d7 on land managed by the ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service in each region of the ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service4 7b7 ,development ,in developing an accessible recreation opportunity under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary concerned-- 7#a7 may-- 7,a7 create a new accessible recreation opportunity2 or 7,b7 modify an existing recreation opportunity into an accessible recreation opportunity2 and 7#b7 shall-- 7,a7 consult with stakeholders with respect to the feasibility and resources necessary for completing the accessible recreation opportunity2 7,b7 ensure the accessible recreation opportunity complies with the ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daea et seq47 and section #ejd of the ,rehabilitation ,act 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid72 and 7,c7 to the extent practicable1 ensure that outdoor constructed features supporting the accessible recreation opportunity1 including trail bridges1 parking spaces and restroom facilities1 meet the requirements of the ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh and section #ejd of the ,rehabilitation ,act 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid74 7c7 ,accessible recreation opportunities ,the accessible recreation opportunities developed under subsection 7a7 may include improving accessibility or access to-- 7#a7 camp shelters1 camping facilities1 and camping units2 7#b7 hunting1 fishing1 shooting1 or archery ranges or locations2 7#c7 snow activities1 including skiing and snowboarding2 7#d7 water activities1 including kayaking1 paddling1 canoeing1 and boat launch ramps2 7#e7 rock climbing2 7#f7 biking2 7#g7 off-highway vehicle recreation2 7#h7 picnic facilities and picnic units2 7#i7 outdoor constructed features2 and 7#aj7 any other new or existing recreation opportunities identified in consultation with stakeholders under subsection 7b77#b7 and consistent with the applicable land management plan4 7d7 ,completion ,not later than #g years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned1 in coordination with stakeholders consulted with under subsection 7b77#b71 shall complete each accessible recreation opportunity developed under subsection 7a74 7e7 ,maps1 signage1 and promotional materials ,for each accessible recreation opportunity developed under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary concerned shall-- 7#a7 publish and distribute maps and install signage1 consistent with ,architectural ,barriers ,act accessibility guidelines and section #ejh of the ,rehabilitation ,act 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid;d72 and 7#b7 coordinate with stakeholders to leverage any non-,federal resources necessary for the development1 stewardship1 completion1 or promotion of the accessible trail4 7f7 ,conflict avoidance with other uses ,in developing each accessible recreation opportunity under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary concerned shall ensure that the accessible recreation opportunity-- 7#a7 minimizes conflict with-- 7,a7 the uses in effect before the date of the enactment of this ,act with respect to any ,federal recreational lands and waters on which the accessible recreation opportunity is located2 or 7,b7 multiple-use areas in existence on the date of the enactment of this ,act2 and 7#b7 complies with all applicable land use and management plans of the ,federal recreational lands and waters on which the accessible recreational opportunity is located4 7g7 ,reports 7#a7 ,interim report ,not later than #c years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned1 in coordination with stakeholders and other interested organizations1 shall prepare and publish an interim report that lists the accessible recreation opportunities developed under this section during the previous #c years4 7#b7 ,final report ,not later than #g years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned1 in coordination with stakeholders and other interested organizations1 shall prepare and publish a final report that lists the accessible recreation opportunities developed under this section4 #ajf4 ,assistive technology ,in carrying out this title1 the ,secretary concerned may enter into partnerships1 contracts1 or agreements with other ,federal1 ,state1 ,tribal1 local1 or private entities1 including existing outfitting and guiding services1 to make assistive technology available on ,federal recreational lands and waters4 #ajg4 ,savings clause ,nothing in the title shall be construed to create any conflicting standards with the ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daea et seq47 and section #ejd of the ,rehabilitation ,act 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid74 ,,ii ,military and ,veterans in ,parks #bja4 ,promotion of outdoor recreation for military servicemembers and veterans ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary concerned1 in coordination with the ,secretary of ,veterans ,affairs and the ,secretary of ,defense1 shall develop educational and public awareness materials to disseminate to members of the ,armed ,forces and veterans1 including through preseparation counseling of the ,transition ,assistance ,program under chapter #aadb of title #aj1 ,united ,states ,code1 on-- 7#a7 opportunities for members of the ,armed ,forces and veterans to access ,federal recreational lands and waters free of charge under section #hje of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjd71 including by prominently displaying signage1 to the extent practicable1 at ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by the ,national ,park ,service2 7#b7 the availability and location of accessible trails1 including new accessible trails developed and completed under section #ajd2 7#c7 the availability and location of accessible recreation opportunities1 including new accessible recreation opportunities developed and completed under section #aje2 7#d7 access to1 and assistance with1 assistive technology2 7#e7 outdoor-related volunteer and wellness programs2 7#f7 the benefits of outdoor recreation for physical and mental health2 7#g7 resources to access guided outdoor trips and other outdoor programs connected to the ,department of ,defense1 the ,department of ,veterans ,affairs1 the ,department of the ,interior1 or the ,department of ,agriculture2 and 7#h7 programs and jobs focused on continuing national service such as ,public ,land ,corps1 ,ameri,corps1 and conservation corps programs4 #bjb4 ,military ,veterans ,outdoor ,recreation ,liaisons 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretaries and the ,secretary of ,veterans ,affairs shall each establish within their ,departments the position of ,military ,veterans ,outdoor ,recreation ,liaison4 7b7 ,duties ,the ,military ,veterans ,outdoor ,recreation ,liaison shall-- 7#a7 coordinate the implementation of this title2 7#b7 implement recommendations identified by the ,task ,force on ,outdoor ,recreation for ,veterans established under section #bjc of the ,veterans ,comprehensive ,prevention1 ,access to ,care1 and ,treatment ,act of #bjbj 7,public ,law #aaf-bad71 including recommendations related to-- 7,a7 identifying new opportunities to formalize coordination between the ,department of ,veterans ,affairs1 ,department of ,agriculture1 ,department of the ,interior1 and partner organizations regarding the use of ,federal recreational lands and waters for facilitating health and wellness for veterans2 7,b7 addressing identified barriers that exist to providing veterans with opportunities to augment the delivery of services for health and wellness through the use of outdoor recreation on ,federal recreational lands and waters2 and 7,c7 facilitating the use of ,federal recreational lands and waters for promoting wellness and facilitating the delivery of health care and therapeutic interventions for veterans2 7#c7 coordinate with ,military ,veterans ,outdoor ,recreation ,liaisons at other ,federal agencies and veterans organizations2 and 7#d7 promote outdoor recreation experiences for veterans on ,federal recreational lands and waters through new and innovative approaches4 #bjc4 ,partnerships to promote military and veteran recreation 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned shall seek to enter into partnerships or agreements with ,state1 ,tribal1 local1 or private entities with expertise in outdoor recreation1 volunteer1 accessibility1 and health and wellness programs for members of the ,armed ,forces or veterans4 7b7 ,partnerships ,as part of a partnership or agreement entered into under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary concerned may host events on ,federal recreational lands and waters designed to promote outdoor recreation among members of the ,armed ,forces and veterans4 7c7 ,financial and technical assistance ,under a partnership or agreement entered into pursuant to subsection 7a71 the ,secretary concerned may provide financial or technical assistance to the entity with which the respective ,secretary concerned has entered into the partnership or agreement to assist with-- 7#a7 the planning1 development1 and execution of events1 activities1 or programs designed to promote outdoor recreation for members of the ,armed ,forces or veterans2 or 7#b7 the acquisition of assistive technology to facilitate improved outdoor recreation opportunities for members of the ,armed ,forces or veterans4 #bjd4 ,national strategy for military and veteran recreation 7a7 ,strategy ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretaries1 acting jointly1 shall develop and make public a strategy to increase visits to ,federal recreational lands and waters by members of the ,armed ,forces1 veterans1 and ,gold ,star ,family members4 7b7 ,requirements ,a strategy developed under subsection 7a7-- 7#a7 shall-- 7,a7 establish objectives and quantifiable targets for increasing visits to ,federal recreational lands and waters by members of the ,armed ,forces1 veterans1 and ,gold ,star ,family members2 7,b7 include an opportunity for public notice and comment2 7,c7 emphasize increased recreation opportunities on ,federal recreational lands and waters for members of the ,armed ,forces1 veterans1 and ,gold ,star ,family members2 and 7,d7 provide the anticipated costs to achieve the objectives and meet the targets established under subparagraph 7,a72 and 7#b7 shall not establish any preference between similar recreation facilitated by noncommercial or commercial entities4 7c7 ,update to strategy ,not later than #e years after the date of the publication of the strategy required under subsection 7a71 and every #e years thereafter1 the ,secretaries1 acting jointly1 shall update the strategy and make public the update4 #bje4 ,recreation resource advisory committees ,section #hjd7;d7 of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjc7;d771 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#e77;,a71 by striking #aa and inserting #ab2 and 7#b7 in paragraph 7#e77;,d77ii7-- 7,a7 by striking ,three and inserting ,four2 and 7,b7 after subclause 7,,iii71 by inserting the following3 7,,iv7 ,veterans organizations1 as such term is defined in section #bja of the ,,mvp ,act4 2 and 7#c7 in paragraph 7#h7 by striking ,eight and inserting ,six4 #bjf4 ,career and volunteer opportunities for veterans 7a7 ,veteran hiring ,the ,secretaries are strongly encouraged to hire veterans in all positions related to the management of ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7b7 ,pilot program 7#a7 ,establishment ,the ,secretary1 in consultation with the ,assistant ,secretary of ,labor for ,veterans' ,employment and ,training and the ,secretary of ,veterans ,affairs1 shall establish a pilot program under which veterans are employed by the ,federal ,government in positions that relate to the conservation and resource management activities of the ,department of the ,interior4 7#b7 ,positions ,the ,secretary shall-- 7,a7 identify vacant positions in the ,department of the ,interior that are appropriate to fill using the pilot program2 and 7,b7 to the extent practicable1 fill such positions using the pilot program4 7#c7 ,application of civil service laws ,a veteran employed under the pilot program shall be treated as an employee as defined by section #baje of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#d7 ,briefings and report 7,a7 ,initial briefing ,not later than #fj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary and the ,assistant ,secretary of ,labor for ,veterans' ,employment and ,training shall jointly provide to the appropriate congressional committees a briefing on the pilot program under this subsection1 which shall include-- 7i7 a description of how the pilot program will be carried out in a manner to reduce the unemployment of veterans2 and 7ii7 any recommendations for legislative actions to improve the pilot program4 7,b7 ,implementation briefing ,not later than #a year after the date on which the pilot program under subsection 7a7 commences1 the ,secretary and the ,assistant ,secretary of ,labor for ,veterans' ,employment and ,training shall jointly provide to the appropriate congressional committees a briefing on the implementation of the pilot program4 7,c7 ,final report ,not later than #cj days after the date on which the pilot program under subsection 7a7 terminates under paragraph 7#e71 the ,secretary and the ,assistant ,secretary of ,labor for ,veterans' ,employment and ,training shall jointly submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the pilot program that includes the following3 7i7 ,the number of veterans who applied to participate in the pilot program4 7ii7 ,the number of such veterans employed under the pilot program4 7iii7 ,the number of veterans identified in clause 7ii7 who transitioned to full-time positions with the ,federal ,government after participating in the pilot program4 7iv7 ,any other information the ,secretary and the ,assistant ,secretary of ,labor for ,veterans' ,employment and ,training determine appropriate with respect to measuring the effectiveness of the pilot program4 7#e7 ,duration ,the authority to carry out the pilot program under this subsection shall terminate on the date that is #b years after the date on which the pilot program commences4 7c7 ,appropriate congressional committees defined ,in this section1 the term appropriate congressional committees means-- 7#a7 the ,committee on ,veterans' ,affairs and the ,committee on ,natural ,resources of the ,house of ,representatives2 and 7#b7 the ,committee on ,veterans' ,affairs and the ,committee on ,energy and ,natural ,resources of the ,senate4 7d7 ,outdoor recreation program attendance ,each ,secretary of a military department is encouraged to allow members of the ,armed ,forces on active duty status to participate in programs related to environmental stewardship or guided outdoor recreation4 ,december #ah1 #bjbd,reported from the ,committee on ,natural ,resources with an amendment,december #ah1 #bjbd;,committees on ,agriculture and ,veterans' ,affairs discharged2 committed to the ,committee of the ,whole ,house on the ,state of the ,union and ordered to be printed