,,ii #aahth ,,congress #b;d ,session ,h4 ,r4 #fdib ,,in ,,the ,,senate ,,of ,,the ,,united ,,states ,april #aj1 #bjbd,received ,,an ,,act ,to improve recreation opportunities on1 and facilitate greater access to1 ,federal public land1 and for other purposes4 #a4 ,short title2 table of contents 7a7 ,short title ,this ,act may be cited as the ,expanding ,public ,lands ,outdoor ,recreation ,experiences ,act or the ,,explore ,act4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for this ,act is as follows3 ,sec4 #a4 ,short title2 table of contents4,sec4 #b4 ,definitions4,title ,i--,,outdoor ,,recreation ,,and ,i,n,f,r,a,s,t,r,u,c,t,u,r,e,subtitle ,a--,outdoor ,recreation ,policy,sec4 #aaa4 ,congressional declaration of policy4,sec4 #aab4 ,identifying opportunities for recreation4,sec4 #aac4 ,federal ,interagency ,council on ,outdoor ,recreation4,sec4 #aad4 ,recreation budget crosscut4,subtitle ,b--,public ,recreation on ,federal ,recreational ,lands and ,waters,sec4 #aba4 ,biking on long-distance trails4,sec4 #abb4 ,protecting ,america's rock climbing4,sec4 #abc4 ,range access4,sec4 #abd4 ,restoration of overnight campsites4,sec4 #abe4 ,federal interior land media4,sec4 #abf4 ,cape and antler preservation enhancement4,sec4 #abg4 ,motorized and nonmotorized access4,sec4 #abh4 ,aquatic resource activities assistance4,subtitle ,c--,supporting ,gateway ,communities and ,addressing ,park ,overcrowding,sec4 #aca4 ,gateway communities4,sec4 #acb4 ,improved recreation visitation data4,sec4 #acc4 ,monitoring for improved recreation decision making4,subtitle ,d--,broadband ,connectivity on ,federal ,recreational ,lands and ,waters,sec4 #ada4 ,connect ,our ,parks4,sec4 #adb4 ,broadband internet connectivity at developed recreation sites4,sec4 #adc4 ,public lands telecommunications cooperative agreements4,subtitle ,e--,public-,private ,parks ,partnerships,sec4 #aea4 ,authorization for lease of forest service administrative sites4,sec4 #aeb4 ,partnership agreements creating tangible savings4,sec4 #aec4 ,partnership agreements to modernize federally owned campgrounds1 resorts1 cabins1 and visitor centers on ,federal recreational lands and waters4,sec4 #aed4 ,parking and ,restroom opportunities for ,federal recreational lands and waters4,sec4 #aee4 ,pay-for-performance projects4,sec4 #aef4 ,outdoor recreation legacy partnership program4,sec4 #aeg4 ,american battlefield protection program enhancement4,title ,,ii--,,access ,a,m,e,r,i,c,a,sec4 #bja4 ,definitions4,subtitle ,a--,access for ,people with ,disabilities,sec4 #baa4 ,accessible recreation inventory4,sec4 #bab4 ,trail inventory4,sec4 #bac4 ,trail pilot program4,sec4 #bad4 ,accessible trails4,sec4 #bae4 ,accessible recreation opportunities4,sec4 #baf4 ,assistive technology4,sec4 #bag4 ,savings clause4,subtitle ,b--,military and ,veterans in ,parks,sec4 #bba4 ,promotion of outdoor recreation for military servicemembers and veterans4,sec4 #bbb4 ,military ,veterans ,outdoor ,recreation ,liaisons4,sec4 #bbc4 ,partnerships to promote military and veteran recreation4,sec4 #bbd4 ,national strategy for military and veteran recreation4,sec4 #bbe4 ,recreation resource advisory committees4,sec4 #bbf4 ,career and volunteer opportunities for veterans4,subtitle ,c--,youth ,access,sec4 #bca4 ,increasing youth recreation visits to ,federal land4,sec4 #bcb4 ,every ,kid ,outdoors ,act extension4,title ,,iii--,,simplifying ,,outdoor ,,access ,,for ,r,e,c,r,e,a,t,i,o,n,sec4 #cja4 ,definitions4,subtitle ,a--,modernizing ,recreation ,permitting,sec4 #caa4 ,special recreation permit and fee4,sec4 #cab4 ,permitting process improvements4,sec4 #cac4 ,permit flexibility4,sec4 #cad4 ,permit administration4,sec4 #cae4 ,service ,first ,initiative2 ,permits for multijurisdictional trips4,sec4 #caf4 ,forest ,service and ,bureau of ,land ,management temporary special recreation permits for outfitting and guiding4,sec4 #cag4 ,reviews for long-term permits4,sec4 #cah4 ,adjustment of allocated visitor-use days4,sec4 #cai4 ,liability4,sec4 #cbj4 ,cost recovery reform4,sec4 #cba4 ,availability of ,federal1 ,state1 and local recreation passes4,sec4 #cbb4 ,online purchases and establishment of a digital version of ,america the ,beautiful--,the ,national ,parks and ,federal ,recreational ,lands ,passes4,sec4 #cbc4 ,savings provision4,subtitle ,b--,making ,recreation a ,priority,sec4 #cca4 ,extension of seasonal recreation opportunities4,subtitle ,c--,maintenance of ,public ,land,sec4 #cda4 ,volunteers in the ,national ,forests and ,public ,lands ,act4,sec4 #cdb4 ,reference4,subtitle ,d--,recreation ,not ,red ,tape,sec4 #cea4 ,good neighbor authority for recreation4,sec4 #ceb4 ,permit relief for picnic areas4,sec4 #cec4 ,interagency report on special recreation permits for underserved communities4,sec4 #ced4 ,modernizing ,access to ,our ,public ,land ,act amendments4,sec4 #cee4 ,savings provision4 #b4 ,definitions ,in this ,act3 7#a7 ,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#b7 ,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#c7 ,gateway community ,the term gateway community means a community that serves as an entry point1 or is adjacent1 to a recreation destination on ,federal recreational lands and waters or non-,federal land at which there is consistently high1 in the determination of the ,secretaries1 seasonal or year-round visitation4 7#d7 ,indian tribe ,the term ,indian ,tribe has the meaning given the term in section #d of the ,indian ,self-,determination and ,education ,assistance ,act 7#be ,u4,s4,c4 #ecjd74 7#e7 ,land use plan ,the term land use plan means-- 7,a7 a land use plan prepared by the ,secretary pursuant to section #bjb of the ,federal ,land ,policy and ,management ,act of #aigf 7#dc ,u4,s4,c4 #agab72 and 7,b7 a land management plan prepared by the ,forest ,service for a unit of the ,national ,forest ,service pursuant to section #f of the ,forest and ,rangeland ,renewable ,resources ,planning ,act of #aigd 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #afjd74 7#f7 ,secretaries ,the term ,secretaries means each of-- 7,a7 the ,secretary2 and 7,b7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture4 7#g7 ,secretary ,the term ,secretary means the ,secretary of the ,interior4 7#h7 ,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#i7 ,state ,the term ,state means each of the several ,states1 the ,district of ,columbia1 and each territory of the ,united ,states4 ,i ,,outdoor ,,recreation ,,and ,,infrastructure ,a ,outdoor ,recreation ,policy #aaa4 ,congressional declaration of policy ,congress declares that it is the policy of the ,federal ,government to foster and encourage recreation on ,federal recreational lands and waters1 to the extent consistent with the laws applicable to specific areas of ,federal recreational lands and waters1 including multiple-use mandates and land management planning requirements4 #aab4 ,identifying opportunities for recreation 7a7 ,inventory and assessments 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned shall-- 7,a7 conduct an inventory and assessment of recreation resources for ,federal recreational lands and waters2 7,b7 develop the inventory and assessment with support from public comment2 and 7,c7 update the inventory and assessment as the ,secretary concerned determines appropriate4 7#b7 ,unique recreation values ,an inventory and assessment conducted under paragraph 7#a7 shall-- 7,a7 recognize-- 7i7 any unique recreation values and recreation opportunities2 and 7ii7 areas of concentrated recreational use2 and 7,b7 identify1 list1 and map recreation resources by-- 7i7 type of recreation opportunity and type of natural or artificial recreation infrastructure2 7ii7 to the extent available1 the level of use of the recreation resource as of the date of the inventory2 and 7iii7 identifying1 to the extent practicable1 any trend relating to recreation opportunities or use at a recreation resource identified under subparagraph 7,a74 7#c7 ,assessments ,for any recreation resource inventoried under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary concerned shall assess-- 7,a7 the maintenance needs of1 and expenses necessary to administer1 the recreation resource2 7,b7 the suitability for developing1 expanding1 or enhancing the recreation resource2 and 7,c7 the adequacy of the current management of the recreation resource4 7b7 ,existing efforts ,to the extent practicable1 the ,secretary concerned shall use or incorporate existing applicable research and planning decisions and processes in carrying out this section4 7c7 ,conforming amendments ,section #bjjajc of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7d72 and 7#b7 by redesignating subsections 7e71 7f71 7g71 7h71 and 7i7 as subsections 7d71 7e71 7f71 7g71 and 7h71 respectively4 #aac4 ,federal ,interagency ,council on ,outdoor ,recreation 7a7 ,definitions ,section #bjjajb of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 as paragraphs 7#d7 and 7#e7 respectively2 and 7#b7 by inserting before paragraph 7#d71 as so redesignated1 the following3 7#a7 ,council ,the term ,council means the ,federal ,interagency ,council on ,outdoor ,recreation established under section #bjjajd4 7#b7 ,federal land and water management agency ,the term ,federal land and water management agency means the ,national ,park ,service1 ,bureau of ,land ,management1 ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service1 ,bureau of ,indian ,affairs1 ,bureau of ,reclamation1 ,forest ,service1 ,corps of ,engineers1 and the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration4 7#c7 ,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 #fhja7 and also includes ,federal lands and waters managed by the ,bureau of ,indian ,affairs1 ,corps of ,engineers1 or ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration4 4 7b7 ,establishment of council ,section #bjjajd of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 #bjjajd4 ,federal interagency council on outdoor recreation 7a7 ,establishment ,the ,secretary shall establish an interagency council1 to be known as the ,federal ,interagency ,council on ,outdoor ,recreation4 7b7 ,composition 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,council shall be composed of representatives of each of the following agencies1 to be appointed by the head of the respective agency3 7,a7 ,the ,national ,park ,service4 7,b7 ,the ,bureau of ,land ,management4 7,c7 ,the ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service4 7,d7 ,the ,bureau of ,indian ,affairs4 7,e7 ,the ,bureau of ,reclamation4 7,f7 ,the ,forest ,service4 7,g7 ,the ,army ,corps of ,engineers4 7,h7 ,the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration4 7#b7 ,additional participants ,in addition to the members of the ,council appointed under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary may invite participation in the ,council's meetings or other activities from representatives of the following3 7,a7 ,the ,council on ,environmental ,quality4 7,b7 ,the ,natural ,resources ,conservation ,service4 7,c7 ,rural development programs of the ,department of ,agriculture4 7,d7 ,the ,national ,center for ,chronic ,disease ,prevention and ,health ,promotion4 7,e7 ,the ,environmental ,protection ,agency4 7,f7 ,the ,department of ,transportation1 including the ,federal ,highway ,administration4 7,g7 ,the ,tennessee ,valley ,authority4 7,h7 ,the ,department of ,commerce1 including-- 7i7 the ,bureau of ,economic ,analysis2 7ii7 the ,national ,travel and ,tourism ,office2 and 7iii7 the ,economic ,development ,administration4 7,i7 ,the ,federal ,energy ,regulatory ,commission4 7,j7 ,an applicable ,state agency or office4 7,k7 ,an applicable agency or office of a local government4 7,l7 ,other organizations or interests1 as determined appropriate by the ,secretary4 7#c7 ,state coordination ,in determining additional participants under this subsection1 the ,secretary shall seek to ensure that ,states are invited and represented in the ,council's meetings or other activities4 7#d7 ,leadership ,the leadership of the ,council shall rotate every #b years among the ,council members appointed under paragraph 7#a71 or as otherwise determined by the ,secretary in consultation with the ,secretaries of ,agriculture1 ,defense1 and ,commerce4 7#e7 ,funding ,notwithstanding section #gjh of title ,,vii of division ,e of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjbc 7,public ,law #aag-cbh71 the ,council members appointed under paragraph 7#a7 may enter into agreements to share the management and operational costs of the ,council4 7c7 ,coordination ,the ,council shall meet as frequently as appropriate for the purposes of coordinating on issues related to outdoor recreation1 including-- 7#a7 recreation programs and management policies across ,federal land and water management agencies1 including activities associated with the implementation of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja et seq471 as appropriate2 7#b7 the response by ,federal land and water management agencies to public health emergencies or other emergencies1 including those that result in disruptions to1 or closures of1 ,federal recreational lands and waters2 7#c7 investments relating to outdoor recreation on ,federal recreational lands and waters1 including funds made available under section #djhjd7;b77#g7 of the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #feib;a7b77#g772 7#d7 management of emerging technologies on ,federal recreational lands and waters2 7#e7 research activities1 including quantifying the economic impacts of recreation2 7#f7 dissemination to the public of recreation-related information1 in a manner that ensures the recreation-related information is easily accessible with modern communication devices2 7#g7 the improvement of access to ,federal recreational lands and waters2 and 7#h7 the identification and engagement of partners outside the ,federal ,government-- 7,a7 to promote outdoor recreation2 7,b7 to facilitate collaborative management of outdoor recreation2 and 7,c7 to provide additional resources relating to enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities2 and 7#i7 any other outdoor recreation-related issues that the ,council determines necessary4 7d7 ,effect ,nothing in this section affects the authorities1 regulations1 or policies of any ,federal agency described in paragraph 7#a7 or 7#b7 of subsection 7b74 4 7c7 ,clerical amendment ,the table of sections for chapter #bjja of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to section #bjjajd and inserting the following3 #bjjajd4 ,federal ,interagency ,council on ,outdoor ,recreation 4 #aad4 ,recreation budget crosscut ,not later than #cj days after the end of each fiscal year1 beginning with fiscal year #bjbe1 the ,director of the ,office of ,management and ,budget shall submit to ,congress and make public online a report that describes and itemizes the total amount of funding relating to outdoor recreation that was obligated in the preceding fiscal year in accounts in the ,treasury for the ,department of the ,interior and the ,department of ,agriculture4 ,b ,public ,recreation on ,federal ,recreational ,lands and ,waters #aba4 ,biking on long-distance trails 7a7 ,identification of long-,distance trails ,not later than #ah months after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretaries shall identify-- 7#a7 not fewer than #aj long-distance bike trails that make use of trails and roads in existence on the date of the enactment of this title2 and 7#b7 not fewer than #aj areas in which there is an opportunity to develop or complete a trail that would qualify as a long-distance bike trail4 7b7 ,public comment ,the ,secretaries shall-- 7#a7 develop a process to allow members of the public to comment regarding the identification of trails and areas under subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 consider the identification1 development1 and completion of long-distance bike trails in a geographically equitable manner4 7c7 ,maps1 signage1 and promotional materials ,for any long-distance bike trail identified under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary concerned may-- 7#a7 publish and distribute maps1 install signage1 and issue promotional materials2 and 7#b7 coordinate with stakeholders to leverage any non-,federal resources necessary for the stewardship1 development1 or completion of trails4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretaries1 in partnership with interested organizations1 shall prepare and publish a report that lists the trails identified under subsection 7a71 including a summary of public comments received in accordance with the process developed under subsection 7b74 7e7 ,conflict avoidance with other uses ,before identifying a long-distance bike trail under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary concerned shall ensure the long-distance bike trail-- 7#a7 minimizes conflict with-- 7,a7 the uses1 before the date of the enactment of this title1 of any trail or road that is part of that long-distance bike trail2 7,b7 multiple-use areas where biking1 hiking1 horseback riding1 or use by pack and saddle stock are existing uses on the date of the enactment of this title2 7,c7 the purposes for which any trail was or is established under the ,national ,trails ,system ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #abda et seq472 and 7,d7 any area managed under the ,wilderness ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #aaca et seq472 and 7#b7 complies with land use and management plans of the ,federal recreational lands and waters that are part of that long-distance bike trail4 7f7 ,eminent domain or condemnation ,in carrying out this section1 the ,secretaries may not use eminent domain or condemnation4 7g7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,long-distance bike trail ,the term long-distance bike trail means a continuous route1 consisting of #a or more trails or rights-of-way1 that-- 7,a7 is not less than #hj miles in length2 7,b7 primarily makes use of dirt or natural surface trails2 7,c7 may require connections along paved or other improved roads2 7,d7 does not include ,federal recreational lands where mountain biking or related activities are not consistent with management requirements for those ,federal recreational lands2 and 7,e7 to the maximum extent practicable1 makes use of trails and roads that were on ,federal recreational lands on or before the date of the enactment of this title4 7#b7 ,secretaries ,the term ,secretaries means the ,secretary of the ,interior and the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 acting jointly4 #abb4 ,protecting ,america's rock climbing 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of the enactment of this title1 each ,secretary concerned shall issue guidance for recreational climbing activities on covered ,federal land4 7b7 ,applicable law ,the guidance issued under subsection 7a7 shall ensure that recreational climbing activities comply with the laws 7including regulations7 applicable to the covered ,federal land4 7c7 ,wilderness areas ,the guidance issued under subsection 7a7 shall recognize that recreational climbing 7including the use1 placement1 and maintenance of fixed anchors7 is an appropriate use within a component of the ,national ,wilderness ,preservation ,system1 if undertaken-- 7#a7 in accordance with the ,wilderness ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #aaca et seq47 and other applicable laws 7including regulations72 and 7#b7 subject to any terms and conditions determined by the ,secretary concerned to be appropriate4 7d7 ,authorization ,the guidance issued under subsection 7a7 shall describe the requirements1 if any1 for the placement and maintenance of fixed anchors for recreational climbing in a component of the ,national ,wilderness ,preservation ,system1 including any terms and conditions determined by the ,secretary concerned to be appropriate1 which may be issued programmatically or on a case-by-case basis4 7e7 ,existing routes ,the guidance issued under subsection 7a7 shall include direction providing for the continued use and maintenance of recreational climbing routes 7including fixed anchors along the routes7 in existence as of the date of the enactment of this title1 in accordance with this ,act4 7f7 ,public comment ,before finalizing the guidance issued under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary concerned shall provide opportunities for public comment with respect to the guidance4 7g7 ,covered ,federal land defined ,in this section1 the term covered ,federal land-- 7#a7 means the lands described in subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b7 of paragraph 7#b72 and 7#b7 includes components of the ,national ,wilderness ,preservation ,system4 #abc4 ,range access 7a7 ,definition of target shooting range ,in this section1 the term target shooting range means a developed and managed area that is authorized or operated by the ,forest ,service1 a concessioner of the ,forest ,service1 or the ,bureau of ,land ,management 7or their lessee7 specifically for the purposeful discharge by the public of legal firearms1 firearms training1 archery1 or other associated activities4 7b7 ,assessment2 ,identification of ,target ,shooting ,range ,locations 7#a7 ,assessment ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretary concerned shall make available to the public a list that-- 7,a7 identifies each ,national ,forest and each ,bureau of ,land ,management district that has a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in paragraph 7#c77;,b72 7,b7 identifies each ,national ,forest and each ,bureau of ,land ,management district that does not have a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in paragraph 7#c77;,b72 and 7,c7 for each ,national ,forest and each ,bureau of ,land ,management district identified under subparagraph 7,b71 provides a determination of whether applicable law or the applicable land use plan prevents the establishment of a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in paragraph 7#c77;,b74 7#b7 ,identification of target shooting range locations 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned shall identify at least #a suitable location for a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in paragraph 7#c77;,b7 within each ,national ,forest and each ,bureau of ,land ,management district with respect to which the ,secretary concerned has determined under paragraph 7#a77;,c7 that the establishment of a target shooting range is not prevented by applicable law or the applicable land use plan4 7,b7 ,requirements ,the ,secretaries1 in consultation with the entities described in subsection 7d71 shall1 for purposes of identifying a suitable location for a target shooting range under subparagraph 7,a7-- 7i7 consider the proximity of areas frequently used by recreational shooters2 7ii7 ensure that the target shooting range would not adversely impact a shooting range operated on non-,federal land2 and 7iii7 consider other nearby recreational uses1 including proximity to units of the ,national ,park ,system1 to minimize potential conflict and prioritize visitor safety4 7#c7 ,establishment of new target shooting ranges 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #e years after the date of the enactment of this title1 at #a or more suitable locations identified on each eligible ,national ,forest and ,bureau of ,land ,management district under paragraph 7#b77;,a71 the ,secretary concerned shall-- 7i7 subject to the availability of appropriations for such purpose1 construct a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in subparagraph 7,b7 or modify an existing target shooting range to meet the requirements described in subparagraph 7,b72 or 7ii7 enter into an agreement with an entity described in subsection 7d77#a71 under which the entity shall establish or maintain a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in subparagraph 7,b74 7,b7 ,requirements ,a target shooting range established under this paragraph-- 7i7 7,i7 shall be able to accommodate rifles and pistols2 7,,ii7 may include skeet1 trap1 or sporting clay infrastructure2 and 7,,iii7 may accommodate archery2 7ii7 shall include appropriate public safety designs and features1 including-- 7,i7 significantly modified landscapes1 including berms1 buffer distances1 or other public safety designs or features2 and 7,,ii7 a designated firing line2 and 7iii7 may include-- 7,i7 shade structures2 7,,ii7 trash containers2 7,,iii7 restrooms2 7,,iv7 benches2 and 7,v7 any other features that the ,secretary concerned determines to be necessary4 7,c7 ,recreation and public purposes ,act ,for purposes of subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary concerned may consider a target shooting range that is located on land transferred or leased pursuant to the ,act of ,june #ad1 #aibf 7commonly known as the ,recreation and ,public ,purposes ,act7 7#dd ,stat4 #gda1 chapter #egh2 #dc ,u4,s4,c4 #hfi et seq471 as a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in subparagraph 7,b74 7c7 ,restrictions 7#a7 ,management ,the management of a target shooting range shall be subject to such conditions as the ,secretary concerned determines are necessary for the safe1 responsible use of-- 7,a7 the target shooting range2 and 7,b7 the adjacent land and resources4 7#b7 ,closures ,except in emergency situations1 the ,secretary concerned shall seek to ensure that a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in subsection 7b77#c77;,b71 or an equivalent shooting range adjacent to a ,national ,forest or ,bureau of ,land ,management district1 is available to the public prior to closing ,federal recreational lands and waters administered by the ,chief of the ,forest ,service or the ,director of the ,bureau of ,land ,management to recreational shooting1 in accordance with section #dajc of the ,john ,d4 ,dingell1 ,jr4 ,conservation1 ,management1 and ,recreation ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #giac74 7d7 ,coordination 7#a7 ,in general ,in carrying out this section1 the ,secretaries shall coordinate with-- 7,a7 ,state1 ,tribal1 and local governments2 7,b7 nonprofit or nongovernmental organizations1 including organizations that are signatories to the memorandum of understanding entitled ,federal ,lands ,hunting1 ,fishing1 and ,shooting ,sports ,roundtable ,memorandum of ,understanding and signed by the ,forest ,service and the ,bureau of ,land ,management on ,august #ag1 #bjjf2 7,c7 shooting clubs2 7,d7 ,federal advisory councils relating to hunting and shooting sports2 and 7,e7 individuals or entities with authorized leases or permits in an area under consideration for a target shooting range4 7#b7 ,partnerships ,the ,secretaries may-- 7,a7 coordinate with an entity described in paragraph 7#a7 to assist with the construction1 modification1 operation1 or maintenance of a target shooting range2 and 7,b7 explore opportunities to leverage funding to maximize non-,federal investment in the construction1 modification1 operation1 or maintenance of a target shooting range4 7e7 ,annual reports ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this title and annually thereafter through fiscal year #bjcc1 the ,secretaries 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 describing the progress made with respect to the implementation of this section4 7f7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section affects the authority of the ,secretary concerned to administer a target shooting range that is in addition to the target shooting ranges that meet the requirements described in subsection 7b77#c77;,b7 on ,federal recreational lands and waters administered by the ,secretary concerned4 #abd4 ,restoration of overnight campsites 7a7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,recreation ,area ,the term ,recreation ,area means the recreation area and grounds associated with the recreation area on the map entitled ,ouachita ,national ,forest ,camping ,restoration and dated ,november #cj1 #bjbc1 on file with the ,forest ,service4 7#b7 ,secretary ,the term ,secretary means the ,secretary of ,agriculture4 7b7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall-- 7#a7 not later than #f months after the date of the enactment of this title1 identify #ed areas within the ,recreation ,area that may be suitable for overnight camping2 and 7#b7 not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this title-- 7,a7 review each area identified under paragraph 7#a72 and 7,b7 from the areas so identified1 select and establish at least #bg campsites and related facilities within the ,recreation ,area for public use4 7c7 ,requirements related to campsites and related facilities ,the ,secretary shall-- 7#a7 ensure that at least #bg campsites are available under subsection 7b71 of which not less than #h shall have electric and water hookups2 and 7#b7 ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection 7b7 is located outside of the #a percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation4 7d7 ,reopening of certain sites ,not later than #cj days after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretary shall open each campsite within the ,recreation ,area that-- 7#a7 exists on the date of the enactment of this title2 7#b7 is located outside of the #a percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation2 7#c7 was in operation on ,june #a1 #bjaj2 and 7#d7 would not interfere with any current 7as of the date of the enactment of this title7 day use areas4 7e7 ,day use areas ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretary shall take such actions as are necessary to rehabilitate and make publicly accessible the areas in the ,recreation ,area identified for year-round day use1 including the following3 7#a7 ,loop ,a4 7#b7 ,loop ,b4 7#c7 ,the covered1 large-group picnic pavilion in ,loop ,d4 7#d7 ,the parking lot in ,loop ,d4 #abe4 ,federal interior land media 7a7 ,filming in national park system units 7#a7 ,in general ,chapter #ajji of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking section #ajjije and inserting the following3 #ajjije4 ,filming and still photography in ,system units 7a7 ,filming and still photography 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall ensure that a filming or still photography activity or similar project in a ,system unit 7referred to in this section as a filming or still photography activity7 and the authorizing or permitting of a filming or still photography activity are carried out consistent with-- 7,a7 the laws and policies applicable to the ,service2 and 7,b7 an applicable general management plan4 7#b7 ,no permits required ,the ,secretary shall not require an authorization or a permit or assess a fee1 if a fee for a filming or still photography activity is not otherwise required by law1 for a filming or still photography activity that-- 7,a7 7i7 involves fewer than #f individuals2 and 7ii7 meets each of the requirements described in paragraph 7#e72 or 7,b7 is merely incidental to1 or documenting1 an activity or event that is allowed or authorized at the ,system unit1 regardless of-- 7i7 the number of individuals participating in the allowed or authorized activity or event2 or 7ii7 whether any individual receives compensation for any products of the filming or still photography activity4 7#c7 ,filming and still photography authorizations for de minimis use 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall establish a de minimis use authorization for certain filming or still photography activities that meets the requirements described in subparagraph 7,f74 7,b7 ,policy ,for a filming or still photography activity that meets the requirements described in subparagraph 7,f71 the ,secretary-- 7i7 may require a de minimis use authorization2 and 7ii7 shall not require a permit4 7,c7 ,no fee ,the ,secretary shall not charge a fee for a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph4 7,d7 ,access ,the ,secretary shall enable members of the public to apply for and obtain a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph-- 7i7 through the website of the ,service2 and 7ii7 in person at the field office of the applicable ,system unit4 7,e7 ,issuances ,the ,secretary shall-- 7i7 establish a procedure-- 7,i7 to automate the approval of an application submitted through the website of the ,service under subparagraph 7,d77i72 and 7,,ii7 to issue a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph immediately on receipt of an application that is submitted in person at the field office of the applicable ,system unit under subparagraph 7,d77ii72 and 7ii7 if an application submitted under subparagraph 7,d7 meets the requirements of this paragraph1 immediately on receipt of the application issue a de minimis use authorization for the filming or still photography activity4 7,f7 ,requirements ,the ,secretary shall only issue a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph if the filming or still photography activity-- 7i7 involves a group of not fewer than #f individuals and not more than #h individuals2 7ii7 meets each of the requirements described in paragraph 7#e72 and 7iii7 is consistent with subsection 7c74 7,g7 ,contents ,a de minimis use authorization issued under this paragraph shall list the requirements described in subparagraph 7,f74 7#d7 ,required permits 7,a7 ,in general ,except as provided in paragraph 7#b77;,b71 the ,secretary may require a permit application and1 if a permit is issued1 assess a reasonable fee1 as described in subsection 7b77#a71 for a filming or still photography activity that-- 7i7 involves more than #h individuals2 or 7ii7 does not meet each of the requirements described in paragraph 7#e74 7,b7 ,wilderness ,act clarification ,no provision of this subsection is intended to or shall be construed to conflict with the provisions of the ,wilderness ,act of #aifd 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #aaca et seq474 7#e7 ,requirements for filming or still photography activity ,the requirements referred to in paragraphs 7#b77;,a77ii71 7#c77;,f77ii71 7#d77;,b71 and 7#g77;,c7 are as follows3 7,a7 ,a person conducts the filming or still photography activity in a manner that-- 7i7 does not impede or intrude on the experience of other visitors to the applicable ,system unit2 7ii7 except as otherwise authorized1 does not disturb or negatively impact-- 7,i7 a natural or cultural resource2 or 7,,ii7 an environmental or scenic value2 and 7iii7 allows for equitable allocation or use of facilities of the applicable ,system unit4 7,b7 ,the person conducts the filming or still photography activity at a location in which the public is allowed4 7,c7 ,the person conducting the filming or still photography activity does not require the exclusive use of a site or area4 7,d7 ,the person does not conduct the filming or still photography activity in a localized area that receives a very high volume of visitation4 7,e7 ,the person conducting the filming or still photography activity does not use a set or staging equipment1 subject to the limitation that handheld equipment 7such as a tripod1 monopod1 and handheld lighting equipment7 shall not be considered staging equipment for the purposes of this subparagraph4 7,f7 ,the person conducting the filming or still photography activity complies with and adheres to visitor use policies1 practices1 and regulations applicable to the applicable ,system unit4 7,g7 ,the filming or still photography activity is not likely to result in additional administrative costs being incurred by the ,secretary with respect to the filming or still photography activity1 as determined by the ,secretary4 7,h7 ,the person conducting the filming or still photography activity complies with other applicable ,federal1 ,state 7as such term is defined in section #c of the ,,explore ,act71 and local laws 7including regulations71 including laws relating to the use of unmanned aerial equipment4 7#f7 ,content creation ,regardless of distribution platform1 any video1 still photograph1 or audio recording for commercial or noncommercial content creation in a ,system unit shall be considered to be a filming or still photography activity under this subsection4 7#g7 ,effect 7,a7 ,permits requested though not required ,on the request of a person intending to carry out a filming or still photography activity1 the ,secretary may issue a permit for the filming or still photography activity1 even if a permit for the filming or still photography activity is not required under this section4 7,b7 ,no additional permits1 commercial use authorizations1 or fees for filming and still photography at authorized events ,a filming or still photography activity at an activity or event that is allowed or authorized1 including a wedding1 engagement party1 family reunion1 or celebration of a graduate1 shall be considered merely incidental for the purposes of paragraph 7#b77;,b74 7,c7 ,monetary compensation ,the receipt of monetary compensation by the person conducting the filming or still photography activity shall not affect the permissibility of the filming or still photography activity4 7b7 ,fees and recovery costs 7#a7 ,fees ,the reasonable fees referred to in subsection 7a77#d7 shall meet each of the following criteria3 7,a7 ,the reasonable fee shall provide a fair return to the ,united ,states4 7,b7 ,the reasonable fee shall be based on the following criteria3 7i7 ,the number of days of the filming or still photography activity4 7ii7 ,the size of the film or still photography crew present in the ,system unit4 7iii7 ,the quantity and type of film or still photography equipment present in the ,system unit4 7iv7 ,any other factors that the ,secretary determines to be necessary4 7#b7 ,recovery of costs 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall collect from the applicant for the applicable permit any costs incurred by the ,secretary related to a filming or still photography activity subject to a permit under subsection 7a77#d71 including-- 7i7 the costs of the review or issuance of the permit2 and 7ii7 related administrative and personnel costs4 7,b7 ,effect on fees collected ,all costs recovered under subparagraph 7,a7 shall be in addition to the fee described in paragraph 7#a74 7#c7 ,use of proceeds 7,a7 ,fees ,all fees collected under this section shall-- 7i7 be available for expenditure by the ,secretary1 without further appropriation2 and 7ii7 remain available until expended4 7,b7 ,costs ,all costs recovered under paragraph 7#b77;,a7 shall-- 7i7 be available for expenditure by the ,secretary1 without further appropriation1 at the ,system unit at which the costs are collected2 and 7ii7 remain available until expended4 7c7 ,protection of resources ,the ,secretary shall not allow a person to undertake a filming or still photography activity if the ,secretary determines that-- 7#a7 there is a likelihood that the person would cause resource damage at the ,system unit1 except as otherwise authorized2 7#b7 the person would create an unreasonable disruption of the use and enjoyment by the public of the ,system unit2 or 7#c7 the filming or still photography activity poses a health or safety risk to the public4 7d7 ,processing of permit applications 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall establish a process to ensure that the ,secretary responds in a timely manner to an application for a permit for a filming or still photography activity required under subsection 7a77#d74 7#b7 ,coordination ,if a permit is required under this section for #b or more ,federal agencies or ,system units1 the ,secretary and the head of any other applicable ,federal agency1 as applicable1 shall1 to the maximum extent practicable1 coordinate permit processing procedures1 including through the use of identifying a lead agency or lead ,system unit-- 7,a7 to review the application for the permit2 7,b7 to issue the permit2 and 7,c7 to collect any required fees4 4 7#b7 ,clerical amendment ,the table of sections for chapter #ajji of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to section #ajjije and inserting the following3 #ajjije4 ,filming and still photography in ,system units4 4 7b7 ,filming on other federal land ,public ,law #ajf-bjf 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #dfjl-#f;d7 is amended by striking section #a and inserting the following3 #a4 ,filming and still photography 7a7 ,filming and still photography 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned shall ensure that a filming or still photography activity or similar project at a ,federal land management unit 7referred to in this section as a filming or still photography activity7 and the authorizing or permitting of a filming or still photography activity are carried out consistent with-- 7,a7 the laws and policies applicable to the ,secretary concerned2 and 7,b7 an applicable general management plan4 7#b7 ,no permits required ,the ,secretary concerned shall not require an authorization or a permit or assess a fee1 if a fee for a filming or still photography activity is not otherwise required by law1 for a filming or still photography activity that-- 7,a7 7i7 involves fewer than #f individuals2 and 7ii7 meets each of the requirements described in paragraph 7#e72 or 7,b7 is merely incidental to1 or documenting1 an activity or event that is allowed or authorized at the ,federal land management unit1 regardless of-- 7i7 the number of individuals participating in the allowed or authorized activity or event2 or 7ii7 whether any individual receives compensation for any products of the filming or still photography activity4 7#c7 ,filming and still photography authorizations for de minimis use 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned shall establish a de minimis use authorization for certain filming or still photography activities that meets the requirements described in subparagraph 7,f74 7,b7 ,policy ,for a filming or still photography activity that meets the requirements described in subparagraph 7,f71 the ,secretary concerned-- 7i7 may require a de minimis use authorization2 and 7ii7 shall not require a permit4 7,c7 ,no fee ,the ,secretary concerned shall not charge a fee for a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph4 7,d7 ,access ,the ,secretary concerned shall enable members of the public to apply for and obtain a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph-- 7i7 through the website of the ,department of the ,interior or the ,forest ,service1 as applicable2 and 7ii7 in person at the field office for the ,federal land management unit4 7,e7 ,issuances ,the ,secretary concerned shall-- 7i7 establish a procedure-- 7,i7 to automate the approval of an application submitted through the website of the ,department of the ,interior or the ,forest ,service1 as applicable1 under subparagraph 7,d77i72 and 7,,ii7 to issue a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph immediately on receipt of an application that is submitted in person at the field office for the ,federal land management unit under subparagraph 7,d77ii72 and 7ii7 if an application submitted under subparagraph 7,d7 meets the requirements of this paragraph1 immediately on receipt of the application issue a de minimis use authorization for the filming or still photography activity4 7,f7 ,terms ,the ,secretary concerned shall only issue a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph if the filming or still photography activity-- 7i7 involves a group of not fewer than #f individuals and not more than #h individuals2 7ii7 meets each of the requirements described in paragraph 7#e72 and 7iii7 is consistent with subsection 7c74 7,g7 ,contents ,a de minimis use authorization issued under this paragraph shall list the requirements described in subparagraph 7,f74 7#d7 ,required permits 7,a7 ,in general ,except as provided in paragraph 7#b77;,b71 the ,secretary concerned may require a permit application and1 if a permit is issued1 assess a reasonable fee1 as described in subsection 7b77#a71 for a filming or still photography activity that-- 7i7 involves more than #h individuals2 or 7ii7 does not meet each of the requirements described in paragraph 7#e74 7,b7 ,wilderness ,act clarification ,no provision of this subsection is intended to or shall be construed to conflict with the provisions of the ,wilderness ,act of #aifd 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #aaca et seq474 7#e7 ,requirements for filming or still photography activity ,the requirements referred to in paragraphs 7#b77;,a77ii71 7#c77;,f77ii71 7#d77;,b71 and 7#g77;,c7 are as follows3 7,a7 ,a person conducts the filming or still photography activity in a manner that-- 7i7 does not impede or intrude on the experience of other visitors to the ,federal land management unit2 7ii7 except as otherwise authorized1 does not disturb or negatively impact-- 7,i7 a natural or cultural resource2 or 7,,ii7 an environmental or scenic value2 and 7iii7 allows for equitable allocation or use of facilities of the ,federal land management unit4 7,b7 ,the person conducts the filming or still photography activity at a location in which the public is allowed4 7,c7 ,the person conducting the filming or still photography activity does not require the exclusive use of a site or area4 7,d7 ,the person does not conduct the filming or still photography activity in a localized area that receives a very high volume of visitation4 7,e7 ,the person conducting the filming or still photography activity does not use a set or staging equipment1 subject to the limitation that handheld equipment 7such as a tripod1 monopod1 and handheld lighting equipment7 shall not be considered staging equipment for the purposes of this subparagraph4 7,f7 ,the person conducting the filming or still photography activity complies with and adheres to visitor use policies1 practices1 and regulations applicable to the ,federal land management unit4 7,g7 ,the filming or still photography activity is not likely to result in additional administrative costs being incurred by the ,secretary concerned with respect to the filming or still photography activity1 as determined by the ,secretary concerned4 7,h7 ,the person conducting the filming or still photography activity complies with other applicable ,federal1 ,state 7as such term is defined in section #c of the ,,explore ,act71 and local laws 7including regulations71 including laws relating to the use of unmanned aerial equipment4 7#f7 ,content creation ,regardless of distribution platform1 any video1 still photograph1 or audio recording for commercial or noncommercial content creation at a ,federal land management unit shall be considered to be a filming or still photography activity under this subsection4 7#g7 ,effect 7,a7 ,permits requested though not required ,on the request of a person intending to carry out a filming or still photography activity1 the ,secretary concerned may issue a permit for the filming or still photography activity1 even if a permit for the filming or still photography activity is not required under this section4 7,b7 ,no additional permits1 commercial use authorizations1 or fees for filming and still photography at authorized events ,a filming or still photography activity at an activity or event that is allowed or authorized1 including a wedding1 engagement party1 family reunion1 or celebration of a graduate1 shall be considered merely incidental for the purposes of paragraph 7#b77;,b74 7,c7 ,monetary compensation ,the receipt of monetary compensation by the person engaged in the filming or still photography activity shall not affect the permissibility of the filming or still photography activity4 7b7 ,fees and recovery costs 7#a7 ,fees ,the reasonable fees referred to in subsection 7a77#d7 shall meet each of the following criteria3 7,a7 ,the reasonable fee shall provide a fair return to the ,united ,states4 7,b7 ,the reasonable fee shall be based on the following criteria3 7i7 ,the number of days of the filming or still photography activity4 7ii7 ,the size of the film or still photography crew present at the ,federal land management unit4 7iii7 ,the quantity and type of film or still photography equipment present at the ,federal land management unit4 7iv7 ,any other factors that the ,secretary concerned determines to be necessary4 7#b7 ,recovery of costs 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned shall collect from the applicant for the applicable permit any costs incurred by the ,secretary concerned related to a filming or still photography activity subject to a permit under subsection 7a77#d71 including-- 7i7 the costs of the review or issuance of the permit2 and 7ii7 related administrative and personnel costs4 7,b7 ,effect on fees collected ,all costs recovered under subparagraph 7,a7 shall be in addition to the fee described in paragraph 7#a74 7#c7 ,use of proceeds 7,a7 ,fees ,all fees collected under this section shall-- 7i7 be available for expenditure by the ,secretary concerned1 without further appropriation2 and 7ii7 remain available until expended4 7,b7 ,costs ,all costs recovered under paragraph 7#b77;,a7 shall-- 7i7 be available for expenditure by the ,secretary concerned1 without further appropriation1 at the ,federal land management unit at which the costs are collected2 and 7ii7 remain available until expended4 7c7 ,protection of resources ,the ,secretary concerned shall not allow a person to undertake a filming or still photography activity if the ,secretary concerned determines that-- 7#a7 there is a likelihood that the person would cause resource damage at the ,federal land management unit1 except as otherwise authorized2 7#b7 the person would create an unreasonable disruption of the use and enjoyment by the public of the ,federal land management unit2 or 7#c7 the filming or still photography activity poses a health or safety risk to the public4 7d7 ,processing of permit applications 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned shall establish a process to ensure that the ,secretary concerned responds in a timely manner to an application for a permit for a filming or still photography activity required under subsection 7a77#d74 7#b7 ,coordination ,if a permit is required under this section for #b or more ,federal agencies or ,federal land management units1 the ,secretary concerned and the head of any other applicable ,federal agency1 as applicable1 shall1 to the maximum extent practicable1 coordinate permit processing procedures1 including through the use of identifying a lead agency or lead ,federal land management unit-- 7,a7 to review the application for the permit2 7,b7 to issue the permit2 and 7,c7 to collect any required fees4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,federal land management unit ,the term ,federal land management unit means-- 7,a7 ,federal land 7other than ,national ,park ,system land7 under the jurisdiction of the ,secretary of the ,interior2 and 7,b7 ,national ,forest ,system land4 7#b7 ,secretary concerned ,the term ,secretary concerned means-- 7,a7 the ,secretary of the ,interior1 with respect to land described in paragraph 7#a77;,a72 and 7,b7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 with respect to land described in paragraph 7#a77;,b74 4 #abf4 ,cape and antler preservation enhancement ,section #ajdiji7;c7 of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking meat from and inserting meat and any other part of an animal removed pursuant to4 #abg4 ,motorized and nonmotorized access 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned shall seek to have1 not later than #e years after the date of the enactment of this title1 in a printed and publicly available format that is compliant with the format for geographic information systems-- 7#a7 for each district administered by the ,director of the ,bureau of ,land ,management1 a ground transportation linear feature map authorized for public use or administrative use2 and 7#b7 for each unit of the ,national ,forest ,system1 a motor vehicle use map1 in accordance with existing law4 7b7 ,over-,snow vehicle-,use maps ,the ,secretary concerned shall seek to have1 not later than #aj years after the date of the enactment of this title1 in a printed and publicly available format that is compliant with the format for geographic information systems1 an over-snow vehicle-use map for each unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters administered by the ,chief of the ,forest ,service or ,director of the ,bureau of ,land ,management on which over-snow vehicle-use occurs1 in accordance with existing law4 7c7 ,out-of-,date maps ,not later than #bj years after the date on which the ,secretary concerned adopted or reviewed1 through public notice and comment1 a map described in subsection 7a7 or 7b71 the ,secretary concerned shall seek to review1 through public notice and comment1 and update1 as necessary1 the applicable map4 7d7 ,motorized and nonmotorized access ,the ,secretaries shall seek to create additional opportunities1 as appropriate1 and in accordance with existing law1 for motorized and nonmotorized access and opportunities on ,federal recreational lands and waters administered by the ,chief of the ,forest ,service or the ,director of the ,bureau of ,land ,management4 7e7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section prohibits a lawful use1 including authorized motorized or nonmotorized uses1 on ,federal recreational lands and waters administered by the ,chief of the ,forest ,service or the ,director of the ,bureau of ,land ,management1 if the ,secretary concerned fails to meet a timeline established under this section4 #abh4 ,aquatic resource activities assistance 7a7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,aquatic nuisance species task force ,the term ,aquatic ,nuisance ,species ,task ,force means the ,aquatic ,nuisance ,species ,task ,force established by section #abja7;a7 of the ,nonindigenous ,aquatic ,nuisance ,prevention and ,control ,act of #aiij 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #dgba7;a774 7#b7 ,decontamination ,the term decontamination means actions to remove aquatic nuisance species to prevent introduction or spread into new aquatic ecosystems4 7#c7 ,federal land and water ,the term ,federal land and water means ,federal land and water operated and maintained by the ,bureau of ,land ,management1 the ,u4,s4 ,fish and ,wildlife ,service1 the ,bureau of ,reclamation1 the ,forest ,service1 or the ,national ,park ,service1 as applicable4 7#d7 ,indian ,tribe ,the term ,indian ,tribe has the meaning given such term in section #d of the ,indian ,self-,determination and ,education ,assistance ,act 7#be ,u4,s4,c4 #ecjd74 7#e7 ,inspection ,the term inspection means actions to find aquatic nuisance species to prevent introduction or spread into new aquatic ecosystems4 7#f7 ,partner ,the term partner means-- 7,a7 a ,reclamation ,state2 7,b7 an ,indian ,tribe in a ,reclamation ,state2 7,c7 an applicable nonprofit organization in a ,reclamation ,state2 7,d7 a unit of local government in a ,reclamation ,state2 or 7,e7 a private entity4 7#g7 ,reclamation ,state ,the term ,reclamation ,state includes any of the following ,states3 7,a7 ,alaska4 7,b7 ,arizona4 7,c7 ,california4 7,d7 ,colorado4 7,e7 ,idaho4 7,f7 ,kansas4 7,g7 ,montana4 7,h7 ,nebraska4 7,i7 ,nevada4 7,j7 ,new ,mexico4 7,k7 ,north ,dakota4 7,l7 ,oklahoma4 7,m7 ,oregon4 7,n7 ,south ,dakota4 7,o7 ,texas4 7,p7 ,utah4 7,q7 ,washington4 7,r7 ,wyoming4 7#h7 ,reclamation project ,the term reclamation project has the meaning given such term in section #bhjc7c7 of the ,reclamation ,projects ,authorization and ,adjustment ,act of #aiib 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #dfjl-#cb7c774 7#i7 ,secretaries ,the term ,secretaries means each of the following3 7,a7 ,the ,secretary1 acting through the ,director of the ,bureau of ,land ,management1 the ,commissioner of ,reclamation1 and the ,director of the ,national ,park ,service4 7,b7 ,the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 acting through the ,chief of the ,forest ,service4 7#aj7 ,vessel ,the term vessel means any watercraft or other contrivance used or designed for transportation or navigation on1 under1 or immediately above1 water4 7b7 ,authority of bureau of land management1 bureau of reclamation1 national park service1 and forest service with respect to certain aquatic resource activities on ,federal land and waters 7#a7 ,in general ,the head of each ,federal land management agency is authorized to carry out inspections and decontamination of vessels entering or leaving ,federal land and waters under the jurisdiction of the respective ,federal land management agency4 7#b7 ,requirements ,the ,secretaries shall-- 7,a7 in carrying out an inspection and decontamination under paragraph 7#a71 coordinate with #a or more partners2 7,b7 consult with the ,aquatic ,nuisance ,species ,task ,force to identify potential improvements and efficiencies in the detection and management of aquatic nuisance species on ,federal land and water2 and 7,c7 to the maximum extent practicable1 inspect and decontaminate vessels in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated vessels4 7#c7 ,partnerships ,the ,secretaries may enter into a partnership to lead1 collaborate with1 or provide technical assistance to a partner-- 7,a7 to carry out an inspection or decontamination of vessels2 or 7,b7 to establish an inspection and decontamination station for vessels4 7#d7 ,limitation ,the ,secretaries shall not prohibit access to vessels due solely to the absence of a ,federal1 ,state1 or partner's inspection program or station4 7#e7 ,exceptions 7,a7 ,authority to regulate vessels ,nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the authority of the ,commandant of the ,coast ,guard to regulate vessels provided under any other provision of law4 7,b7 ,applicability ,authorities granted in this subsection shall not apply at locations where inspection or decontamination activities would duplicate efforts by the ,coast ,guard4 7#f7 ,data sharing ,the ,secretaries shall make available to a ,reclamation ,state any relevant data gathered related to inspections or decontaminations carried out under this subsection in such ,state4 7c7 ,grant program for reclamation ,states for vessel inspection and decontamination stations 7#a7 ,vessels inspections in reclamation ,states ,subject to the availability of appropriations1 the ,secretary1 acting through the ,commissioner of ,reclamation1 shall establish a competitive grant program to provide financial assistance to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of vessels operating in ,reclamation projects1 including to purchase1 establish1 operate1 or maintain a vessel inspection and decontamination station4 7#b7 ,cost share ,the ,federal share of the cost of a grant under paragraph 7#a71 including personnel costs1 shall not exceed #ge percent4 7#c7 ,standards ,before awarding a grant under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall determine that the project is technically and financially feasible4 7#d7 ,coordination ,in carrying out this subsection1 the ,secretary shall coordinate with-- 7,a7 each of the ,reclamation ,states2 7,b7 affected ,indian ,tribes2 and 7,c7 the ,aquatic ,nuisance ,species ,task ,force4 ,c ,supporting ,gateway ,communities and ,addressing ,park ,overcrowding #aca4 ,gateway communities 7a7 ,assessment of impacts and needs in gateway communities ,the ,secretaries-- 7#a7 shall collaborate with ,state and local governments1 ,indian ,tribes1 housing authorities1 applicable trade associations1 nonprofit organizations1 private entities1 and other relevant stakeholders to identify needs and economic impacts in gateway communities1 including-- 7,a7 housing shortages2 7,b7 demands on existing municipal infrastructure2 7,c7 accommodation and management of sustainable visitation2 and 7,d7 the expansion and diversification of visitor experiences by bolstering the visitation at-- 7i7 existing developed locations that are underutilized on nearby ,federal recreational lands and waters that are suitable for developing1 expanding1 or enhancing recreation use1 as identified by the ,secretaries2 or 7ii7 existing developed and suitable lesser-known recreation sites1 as identified under section #e7;b77#a77;,b71 on nearby land managed by a ,state agency or a local agency2 and 7#b7 may address a need identified under paragraph 7#a7 by-- 7,a7 providing financial or technical assistance to a gateway community under an existing program2 7,b7 entering into an agreement1 right-of-way1 or easement1 in accordance with applicable laws2 or 7,c7 issuing an entity referred to in paragraph 7#a7 a special use permit 7other than a special recreation permit 7as defined in section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja771 in accordance with applicable laws4 7b7 ,technical and financial assistance to businesses 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary of ,agriculture 7acting through the ,administrator of the ,rural ,business-,cooperative ,service71 in coordination with the ,secretary and the ,secretary of ,commerce1 shall provide to businesses in gateway communities the assistance described in paragraph 7#b7 to establish1 operate1 or expand infrastructure to accommodate and manage sustainable visitation1 including hotels1 campgrounds1 and restaurants4 7#b7 ,assistance ,the ,secretary of ,agriculture may provide assistance under paragraph 7#a7 through the use of existing1 or the establishment of new1 entrepreneur and vocational training programs1 technical assistance programs1 low-interest business loan programs1 and loan guarantee programs4 7c7 ,partnerships ,in carrying out this section1 the ,secretaries may1 in accordance with applicable laws1 enter into a public-private partnership1 cooperative agreement1 memorandum of understanding1 or similar agreement with a gateway community or a business in a gateway community4 #acb4 ,improved recreation visitation data 7a7 ,consistent visitation data 7#a7 ,annual visitation data ,the ,secretaries shall establish a single visitation data reporting system to report accurate annual visitation data1 in a consistent manner1 for-- 7,a7 each unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters2 and 7,b7 land held in trust for an ,indian ,tribe1 on request of the ,indian ,tribe4 7#b7 ,categories of use ,within the visitation data reporting system established under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretaries shall-- 7,a7 establish multiple categories of different recreation activities that are reported consistently across agencies2 and 7,b7 provide an estimate of the number of visitors for each applicable category established under subparagraph 7,a7 for each unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7b7 ,real-,time data pilot program 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #e years after the date of the enactment of this title1 using existing funds available to the ,secretaries1 the ,secretaries shall carry out a pilot program1 to be known as the ,real-,time ,data ,pilot ,program 7referred to in this section as the ,pilot ,program71 to make available to the public1 for each unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters selected for participation in the ,pilot ,program under paragraph 7#b7-- 7,a7 real-time or predictive data on visitation 7including data and resources publicly available from existing nongovernmental platforms7 at-- 7i7 the unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters2 7ii7 to the extent practicable1 areas within the unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters2 and 7iii7 to the extent practicable1 recreation sites managed by any other ,federal agency1 a ,state agency1 or a local agency that are located near the unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters2 and 7,b7 through multiple media platforms1 information about lesser-known recreation sites located near the unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters 7including recreation sites managed by any other ,federal agency1 a ,state agency1 or a local agency71 in an effort to encourage visitation among recreational sites4 7#b7 ,locations 7,a7 ,initial number of units ,on establishment of the ,pilot ,program1 the ,secretaries shall select for participation in the ,pilot ,program-- 7i7 #aj units of ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by the ,secretary2 7ii7 #e units of ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by the ,secretary of ,agriculture 7acting through the ,chief of the ,forest ,service72 7iii7 #a unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by the ,secretary of ,commerce 7acting through the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration72 and 7iv7 #a unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by the ,assistant ,secretary of ,army for ,civil ,works4 7,b7 ,report ,not later than #f years after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretaries shall submit a report to ,congress regarding the implementation of the pilot program1 including policy recommendations to expand the pilot program to additional units managed by the ,secretaries4 7,c7 ,feedback2 support of gateway communities ,the ,secretaries shall-- 7i7 solicit feedback regarding participation in the ,pilot ,program from communities adjacent to units of ,federal recreational lands and waters and the public2 and 7ii7 in carrying out subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b71 select a unit of ,federal recreation lands and waters to participate in the ,pilot ,program only if the community adjacent to the unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters is supportive of the participation of the unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters in the ,pilot ,program4 7#c7 ,dissemination of information ,the ,secretaries may disseminate the information described in paragraph 7#a7 directly or through an entity or organization referred to in subsection 7c74 7#d7 ,inclusion of current assessments ,in carrying out the ,pilot ,program1 the ,secretaries may1 to the extent practicable1 rely on assessments completed or data gathered prior to the date of enactment of this title4 7c7 ,community partners and third-,party providers ,for purposes of carrying out this section1 the ,secretary concerned may-- 7#a7 coordinate and partner with-- 7,a7 communities adjacent to units of ,federal recreational lands and waters2 7,b7 ,state and local outdoor recreation and tourism offices2 7,c7 local governments2 7,d7 ,indian ,tribes2 7,e7 trade associations2 7,f7 local outdoor recreation marketing organizations2 7,g7 permitted facilitated recreation providers2 or 7,h7 other relevant stakeholders2 and 7#b7 coordinate or enter into agreements1 as appropriate1 with private sector and nonprofit partners1 including-- 7,a7 technology companies2 7,b7 geospatial data companies2 7,c7 experts in data science1 analytics1 and operations research2 or 7,d7 data companies4 7d7 ,existing programs ,the ,secretaries may use existing programs or products of the ,secretaries to carry out this section4 7e7 ,privacy clauses ,nothing in this section provides authority to the ,secretaries-- 7#a7 to monitor or record the movements of a visitor to a unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters2 7#b7 to restrict1 interfere with1 or monitor a private communication of a visitor to a unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters2 or 7#c7 to collect-- 7,a7 information from owners of land adjacent to a unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters2 or 7,b7 information on non-,federal land4 7f7 ,reports ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this title1 and annually thereafter1 the ,secretaries shall publish on a website of the ,secretaries a report that describes the annual visitation of each unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters1 including1 to the maximum extent practicable1 visitation categorized by recreational activity4 7g7 ,,definitions ,in this section-- 7#a7 ,federal recreational lands and waters ,the term ,federal recreational lands and waters-- 7,a7 has the meaning given the term in section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja72 and 7,b7 includes ,federal lands and waters managed by the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration and the ,u4,s4 ,army ,corps of ,engineers4 7#b7 ,secretaries ,the term ,secretaries means-- 7,a7 the ,secretary1 with respect to lands under the jurisdiction of the ,secretary2 7,b7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 acting through the ,chief of the ,forest ,service1 with respect to lands under the jurisdiction of the ,forest ,service2 7,c7 the ,secretary of ,commerce1 acting through the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration1 with respect to ,federal waters under the jurisdiction of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration2 and 7,d7 the ,assistant ,secretary of ,army for ,civil ,works1 with respect to lakes and reservoirs under the jurisdiction of the ,u4,s4 ,army ,corps of ,engineers4 #acc4 ,monitoring for improved recreation decision making 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretaries shall seek to capture comprehensive recreation use data to better understand and inform decision making by the ,secretaries4 7b7 ,pilot protocols ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this title1 and after public notice and comment1 the ,secretaries shall establish pilot protocols at not fewer than #aj land management units under the jurisdiction of each of the ,secretaries to model recreation use patterns 7including low-use recreation activities and dispersed recreation activities7 that may not be effectively measured by existing general and opportunistic survey and monitoring protocols4 7c7 ,secretaries defined ,in this section1 the term ,secretaries means-- 7#a7 the ,secretary1 with respect to lands under the jurisdiction of the ,secretary2 7#b7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 acting through the ,chief of the ,forest ,service1 with respect to lands under the jurisdiction of the ,forest ,service2 7#c7 the ,secretary of ,commerce1 acting through the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration1 with respect to ,federal waters under the jurisdiction of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration2 and 7#d7 the ,assistant ,secretary of ,army for ,civil ,works1 with respect to lakes and reservoirs under the jurisdiction of the ,u4,s4 ,army ,corps of ,engineers4 ,d ,broadband ,connectivity on ,federal ,recreational ,lands and ,waters #ada4 ,connect ,our ,parks 7a7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,appropriate committees of ,congress ,the term appropriate committees of ,congress means-- 7,a7 the ,committee on ,energy and ,natural ,resources of the ,senate2 7,b7 the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate2 7,c7 the ,committee on ,natural ,resources of the ,house of ,representatives2 and 7,d7 the ,committee on ,energy and ,commerce of the ,house of ,representatives4 7#b7 ,broadband ,internet ,access ,service ,the term broadband internet access service has the meaning given the term in section #h4a7;b7 of title #dg1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or a successor regulation74 7#c7 ,cellular service ,the term cellular service has the meaning given the term in section #bb4ii of title #dg1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or a successor regulation74 7#d7 ,national ,park ,the term ,national ,park means a unit of the ,national ,park ,system4 7#e7 ,secretary ,the term ,secretary means the ,secretary of the ,interior1 acting through the ,director of the ,national ,park ,service4 7b7 ,assessment 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretary shall complete an assessment of ,national ,parks to identify-- 7,a7 locations in ,national ,parks in which there is the greatest need for broadband internet access service1 based on the considerations described in paragraph 7#b77;,a72 and 7,b7 areas in ,national ,parks in which there is the greatest need for cellular service1 based on the considerations described in paragraph 7#b77;,b74 7#b7 ,considerations 7,a7 ,broadband internet access service ,for purposes of identifying locations in ,national ,parks under paragraph 7#a77;,a71 the ,secretary shall consider1 with respect to each ,national ,park1 the availability of broadband internet access service in-- 7i7 housing2 7ii7 administrative facilities and related structures2 7iii7 lodging2 7iv7 developed campgrounds2 and 7v7 any other location within the ,national ,park in which broadband internet access service is determined to be necessary by the superintendent of the ,national ,park4 7,b7 ,cellular service ,for purposes of identifying areas in ,national ,parks under paragraph 7#a77;,b71 the ,secretary shall consider1 with respect to each ,national ,park1 the availability of cellular service in any developed area within the ,national ,park that would increase-- 7i7 the access of the public to emergency services and traveler information technologies2 or 7ii7 the communications capabilities of ,national ,park ,service employees4 7#c7 ,report ,on completion of the assessment under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress1 and make available on the website of the ,department of the ,interior1 a report describing the results of the assessment4 7c7 ,plan 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretary shall develop a plan1 based on the results of the assessment completed under subsection 7b7 and subject to paragraph 7#d7-- 7,a7 to install broadband internet access service infrastructure in certain locations in ,national ,parks2 and 7,b7 to install cellular service equipment and infrastructure in certain areas of ,national ,parks4 7#b7 ,consultation ,in developing the plan under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall consult with-- 7,a7 affected ,indian ,tribes2 and 7,b7 local stakeholders that the superintendent of the applicable ,national ,park determines to be appropriate4 7#c7 ,requirements ,the plan developed under paragraph 7#a7 shall-- 7,a7 provide for avoiding or minimizing impacts to-- 7i7 ,national ,park viewsheds2 7ii7 cultural and natural resources2 7iii7 the visitor experience2 7iv7 historic properties and the viewsheds of historic properties2 and 7v7 other resources or values of the ,national ,park4 7,b7 provide for infrastructure providing broadband internet access service or cellular service to be located in-- 7i7 previously disturbed or developed areas2 or 7ii7 areas zoned for uses that would support the infrastructure2 7,c7 provide for the use of public-private partnerships-- 7i7 to install broadband internet access service or cellular service equipment2 and 7ii7 to provide broadband internet access service or cellular service2 7,d7 be technology neutral2 and 7,e7 in the case of broadband internet access service1 provide for broadband internet access service of at least-- 7i7 a #ajj-,mbps downstream transmission capacity2 and 7ii7 a #bj-,mbps upstream transmission capacity4 7#d7 ,limitation ,notwithstanding paragraph 7#a71 a plan developed under that paragraph shall not be required to address broadband internet access service or cellular service in any ,national ,park with respect to which the superintendent of the ,national ,park determines that there is adequate access to broadband internet access service or cellular service1 as applicable4 #adb4 ,broadband internet connectivity at developed recreation sites 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary and the ,chief of the ,forest ,service shall enter into an agreement with the ,secretary of ,commerce to foster the installation or construction of broadband internet infrastructure at developed recreation sites on ,federal recreational lands and waters to establish broadband internet connectivity-- 7#a7 subject to the availability of appropriations2 and 7#b7 in accordance with applicable law4 7b7 ,identification ,not later than #c years after the date of the enactment of this title1 and annually thereafter through fiscal year #bjca1 the ,secretary and the ,chief of the ,forest ,service1 in coordination with ,states and local communities1 shall make publicly available-- 7#a7 a list of the highest priority developed recreation sites1 as determined under subsection 7c71 on ,federal recreational lands and waters that lack broadband internet2 7#b7 to the extent practicable1 an estimate of-- 7,a7 the cost to equip each of those sites with broadband internet infrastructure2 and 7,b7 the annual cost to operate that infrastructure2 and 7#c7 a list of potential-- 7,a7 barriers to operating the infrastructure described in paragraph 7#b77;,a72 and 7,b7 methods to recover the costs of that operation4 7c7 ,priorities ,in selecting developed recreation sites for the list described in subsection 7b77#a71 the ,secretary and the ,chief of the ,forest ,service shall give priority to developed recreation sites-- 7#a7 at which broadband internet infrastructure has not been constructed due to-- 7,a7 geographic challenges2 or 7,b7 the location having an insufficient number of nearby permanent residents1 despite high seasonal or daily visitation levels2 or 7#b7 that are located in an economically distressed county that could benefit significantly from developing the outdoor recreation economy of the county4 #adc4 ,public lands telecommunications cooperative agreements 7a7 ,cooperative agreements for the department of the interior ,the ,secretary may enter into cooperative agreements to carry out activities related to communications sites on lands managed by ,federal land management agencies1 including-- 7#a7 administering communications use authorizations2 7#b7 preparing needs assessments or other programmatic analyses necessary to establish communications sites and authorize communications uses on or adjacent to ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by a ,federal land management agency2 7#c7 developing management plans for communications sites on or adjacent to ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by a ,federal land management agency on a competitively neutral1 technology neutral1 nondiscriminatory basis2 7#d7 training for management of communications sites on or adjacent to ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by a ,federal land management agency2 7#e7 obtaining1 improving access to1 or establishing communications sites on or adjacent to ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by a ,federal land management agency2 and 7#f7 any combination of purposes described in subparagraphs 7#a7 through 7#e74 7b7 ,clarification of cooperative agreement authority for the forest service ,section #hgje7;f7 of the ,agriculture ,improvement ,act of #bjah 7#dc ,u4,s4,c4 #agfa;a7f77 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#f7 ,cooperative agreement authority ,subject to the availability of appropriations made in advance for such purposes1 the ,secretary may enter into cooperative agreements to carry out the activities described in subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,d7 of paragraph 7#d74 4 7c7 ,assessment of rental fee retention authority ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretary shall conduct a comprehensive assessment to evaluate the potential benefits of rental fee retention whereby any fee collected for the occupancy and use of ,federal lands and waters authorized by a communications use authorization would be deposited into a special account and used solely for activities related to communications sites on lands and waters managed by the ,secretary4 ,e ,public-,private ,parks ,partnerships #aea4 ,authorization for lease of forest service administrative sites ,section #hfbc of the ,agriculture ,improvement ,act of #bjah 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #ehj;d note2 ,public ,law #aae-ccd7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a77#b77;,d71 by striking dwelling2 and inserting dwelling or multiunit dwelling22 7#b7 in subsection 7c71 by striking ,secretary in the middle of the sentence and inserting ,chief of the ,forest ,service1 or their designee2 7#c7 in subsection 7e7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#c77;,b77ii7-- 7i7 in subclause 7,i71 by inserting such as housing1 after improvements12 7ii7 in subclause 7,,ii71 by striking and at the end2 7iii7 in subclause 7,,iii71 by striking or at the end and inserting and2 and 7iv7 by adding at the end the following3 7,,iv7 services occurring off the administrative site that-- 7aa7 occur at another administrative site in the same unit in which the administrative site is located or a different unit of the ,national ,forest ,system2 7bb7 benefit the ,national ,forest ,system2 and 7cc7 support activities occurring within the unit of the ,national ,forest ,system in which the administrative site is located2 or 2 and 7,b7 by adding at the end the following3 7#f7 ,lease term 7,a7 ,in general ,the term of a lease of an administrative site under this section shall be not more than #ajj years4 7,b7 ,reauthorization of use ,a lease of an administrative site under this section shall include a provision for reauthorization of the use if the-- 7i7 use of the administrative site1 at the time of reauthorization1 is still being used for the purposes authorized2 7ii7 use to be authorized under the new lease is consistent with the applicable land management plan2 and 7iii7 lessee is in compliance with all the terms of the existing lease40 7,c7 ,savings ,a reauthorization of use under subparagraph 7,b7 may include new terms in the use1 as determined by the ,chief of the ,forest ,service1 or their designee4 2 7#d7 in subsection 7g71 by-- 7,a7 striking to a leaseholder after payments2 and 7,b7 inserting or constructed after improved2 and 7#e7 in subsection 7i71 by striking #bjbc each place it appears and inserting #bjbh4 #aeb4 ,partnership agreements creating tangible savings ,section #ajagjc of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 #ajagjc4 ,cooperative management agreements 7a7 ,in general ,to facilitate the administration of the ,system1 the ,secretary1 under such terms and conditions as the ,secretary considers advisable1 may enter into an agreement with an eligible entity managing lands and waters located near a ,system unit to provide for cooperative management of either a ,system unit or the lands and waters located near a ,system unit to promote more effective and efficient management of a ,system unit4 ,the ,secretary may not transfer administration responsibilities for any ,system unit under this paragraph4 7b7 ,provision of goods and services 7#a7 ,in general ,under a cooperative management agreement1 the ,secretary may acquire by purchase1 donation1 or exchange from and provide to an eligible entity on a reimbursable basis goods and services to be used by the ,secretary or the eligible entity in the cooperative management of land and waters4 7#b7 ,retention of funds ,reimbursements received under this section may be credited to the appropriation current at the time reimbursements are received4 7c7 ,co-location ,under the cooperative management agreement1 the ,secretary and an eligible entity may co-locate in offices and facilities owned or leased by either party4 7d7 ,employees 7#a7 ,assignment of employee ,the ,secretary may arrange an assignment under section #ccgb of title #e of a ,federal employee or an employee of an eligible entity as mutually agreed upon1 for work on any ,federal1 ,state1 local1 or ,tribal land4 7#b7 ,extension of assignment ,the assignment provided in paragraph 7#a7 may be extended for any period of time determined by the ,secretary and the eligible entity to be mutually beneficial4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section-- 7#a7 ,eligible entity ,the term eligible entity means a ,state or local entity or any political subdivision thereof1 or an ,indian ,tribe or ,tribal organization4 7#b7 ,indian tribe ,the term ,indian ,tribe has the meaning given the term in section #d7;e7 of the ,indian ,self-,determination and ,education ,assistance ,act 7#be ,u4,s4,c4 #ecjd7;e774 7#c7 ,state ,the term ,state means each of the several ,states1 the ,district of ,columbia1 and each territory of the ,united ,states4 7#d7 ,tribal organization ,the term ,tribal organization has the meaning given the term in section #d7l7 of the ,indian ,self-,determination and ,education ,assistance ,act 7#be ,u4,s4,c4 #ecjd7a774 4 #aec4 ,partnership agreements to modernize federally owned campgrounds1 resorts1 cabins1 and visitor centers on ,federal recreational lands and waters 7a7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,covered activity ,the term covered activity means-- 7,a7 a capital improvement1 including the construction1 reconstruction1 and nonroutine maintenance of any structure1 infrastructure1 or improvement1 relating to the operation of1 or access to1 a covered recreation facility2 and 7,b7 any activity necessary to operate or maintain a covered recreation facility4 7#b7 ,covered recreation facility ,the term covered recreation facility means a federally owned campground1 resort1 cabin1 or visitor center that is-- 7,a7 in existence on the date of the enactment of this title2 and 7,b7 located on ,federal recreational lands and waters administered by-- 7i7 the ,chief of the ,forest ,service2 or 7ii7 the ,director of the ,bureau of ,land ,management4 7#c7 ,eligible entity ,the term eligible entity means-- 7,a7 a unit of ,state1 ,tribal1 or local government2 7,b7 a nonprofit organization2 and 7,c7 a private entity4 7b7 ,pilot program ,the ,secretaries shall establish a pilot program under which the ,secretary concerned may enter into an agreement with1 or issue or amend a land use authorization to1 an eligible entity to allow the eligible entity to carry out covered activities relating to a covered recreation facility1 subject to the requirements of this section and the terms of any relevant land use authorization1 regardless of whether the eligible entity holds1 on the date of the enactment of this title1 an authorization to be a concessionaire for the covered recreation facility4 7c7 ,minimum number of agreements or land use authorizations ,not later than #c years after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretary concerned shall enter into at least #a agreement or land use authorization under subsection 7b7 in-- 7#a7 a unit of the ,national ,forest ,system in each region of the ,national ,forest ,system2 and 7#b7 ,federal recreational lands and waters administered by the ,director of the ,bureau of ,land ,management in not fewer than #e ,states in which the ,bureau of ,land ,management administers ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7d7 ,requirements 7#a7 ,development plans ,before entering into an agreement or issuing a land use authorization under subsection 7b71 an eligible entity shall submit to the ,secretary concerned a development plan that-- 7,a7 describes investments in the covered recreation facility to be made by the eligible entity during the first #c years of the agreement or land use authorization2 7,b7 describes annual maintenance spending to be made by the eligible entity for each year of the agreement or land use authorization2 and 7,c7 includes any other terms and conditions determined to be necessary or appropriate by the ,secretary concerned4 7#b7 ,agreements and land use authorizations ,an agreement or land use authorization under subsection 7b7 shall-- 7,a7 be for a term of not more than #cj years1 commensurate with the level of investment2 7,b7 require that1 not later than #c years after the date on which the ,secretary concerned enters into the agreement or issues or amends the land use authorization1 the applicable eligible entity shall expend1 place in an escrow account for the eligible entity to expend1 or deposit in a special account in the ,treasury for expenditure by the ,secretary concerned1 without further appropriation1 for covered activities relating to the applicable covered recreation facility1 an amount or specified percentage1 as determined by the ,secretary concerned1 which shall be equal to not less than #ejj1jjj1 of the anticipated receipts for the term of the agreement or land use authorization2 7,c7 require the eligible entity to operate and maintain the covered recreation facility and any associated infrastructure designated by the ,secretary concerned in a manner acceptable to the ,secretary concerned and the eligible entity2 7,d7 include any terms and conditions that the ,secretary concerned determines to be necessary for a special use permit issued under section #g of the ,act of ,april #bd1 #aiej 7commonly known as the ,granger-,thye ,act7 7#fd ,stat4 #hd1 chapter #ig2 #af ,u4,s4,c4 #ehj;d71 including the payment described in subparagraph 7,e7 or the ,federal ,land ,policy and ,management ,act of #aigf 7#dc ,u4,s4,c4 #agja et seq471 as applicable2 7,e7 provide for payment to the ,federal ,government of a fee or a sharing of revenue-- 7i7 consistent with-- 7,i7 the land use fee for a special use permit authorized under section #g of the ,act of ,april #bd1 #aiej 7commonly known as the ,granger-,thye ,act7 7#fd ,stat4 #hd1 chapter #ig2 #af ,u4,s4,c4 #ehj;d72 or 7,,ii7 the value to the eligible entity of the rights provided by the agreement or land use authorization1 taking into account the capital invested by1 and obligations of1 the eligible entity under the agreement or land use authorization2 and 7ii7 all or part of which may be offset by the work to be performed at the expense of the eligible entity that is separate from the routine costs of operating and maintaining the applicable covered recreation facility and any associated infrastructure designated by the ,secretary concerned1 as determined to be appropriate by the ,secretary concerned2 7,f7 include provisions stating that-- 7i7 the eligible entity shall obtain no property interest in the covered recreation facility pursuant to the expenditures of the eligible entity1 as required by the agreement or land use authorization2 7ii7 all structures and other improvements constructed1 reconstructed1 or nonroutinely maintained by that entity under the agreement or land use authorization on land owned by the ,united ,states shall be the property of the ,united ,states2 and 7iii7 the eligible entity shall be solely responsible for any cost associated with the decommissioning or removal of a capital improvement1 if needed1 at the conclusion of the agreement or land use authorization2 and 7,g7 be subject to any other terms and conditions determined to be necessary or appropriate by the ,secretary concerned4 7e7 ,land use fee retention ,a land use fee paid or revenue shared with the ,secretary concerned under an agreement or land use authorization under this section shall be available for expenditure by the ,secretary concerned for recreation-related purposes on the unit or area of ,federal recreational lands and waters at which the land use fee or revenue is collected1 without further appropriation4 #aed4 ,parking and ,restroom opportunities for ,federal recreational lands and waters 7a7 ,parking ,opportunities 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretaries shall seek to increase and improve parking opportunities for persons recreating on ,federal recreational lands and waters-- 7,a7 in accordance with existing laws and applicable land use plans2 7,b7 in a manner that minimizes any increase in maintenance obligations on ,federal recreational lands and waters2 and 7,c7 in a manner that does not impact wildlife habitat that is critical to the mission of a ,federal agency responsible for managing ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7#b7 ,authority ,to supplement the quantity of parking spaces available at units of ,federal recreational lands and waters on the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretaries may-- 7,a7 enter into a public-private partnership for parking opportunities on non-,federal land2 7,b7 enter into contracts or agreements with ,state1 ,tribal1 or local governments for parking opportunities using non-,federal lands and resources2 or 7,c7 provide alternative transportation systems for a unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7b7 ,restroom opportunities 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretaries shall seek to increase and improve the function1 cleanliness1 and availability of restroom facilities for persons recreating on ,federal recreational lands and waters1 including by entering into partnerships with non-,federal partners1 including ,state1 ,tribal1 and local governments and volunteer organizations4 7#b7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretaries shall submit a report to ,congress that identifies-- 7,a7 challenges to maintaining or improving the function1 cleanliness1 and availability of restroom facilities on ,federal recreational lands and waters2 7,b7 the current state of restroom facilities on ,federal recreational lands and waters and the effect restroom facilities have on visitor experiences2 and 7,c7 policy recommendations that suggest innovative new models or partnerships to increase or improve the function1 cleanliness1 and availability of restroom facilities for persons recreating on ,federal recreational lands and waters4 #aee4 ,pay-for-performance projects 7a7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,independent evaluator ,the term independent evaluator means an individual or entity1 including an institution of higher education1 that is selected by the pay-for-performance beneficiary and pay-for-performance investor1 as applicable1 or by the pay-for-performance project developer1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 to make the determinations and prepare the reports required under subsection 7e74 7#b7 ,national forest system land ,the term ,national ,forest ,system land means land in the ,national ,forest ,system 7as defined in section #aa7;a7 of the ,forest and ,rangeland ,renewable ,resources ,planning ,act of #aigd 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #afji7;a7774 7#c7 ,pay-for-performance agreement ,the term pay-for-performance agreement means a mutual benefit agreement 7excluding a procurement contract1 grant agreement1 or cooperative agreement described in chapter #fc of title #ca1 ,united ,states ,code7 for a pay-for-performance project-- 7,a7 with a term of-- 7i7 not less than #a year2 and 7ii7 not more than #bj years2 and 7,b7 that is executed1 in accordance with applicable law1 by-- 7i7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture2 and 7ii7 a pay-for-performance beneficiary or pay-for-performance project developer4 7#d7 ,pay-for-performance beneficiary ,the term pay-for-performance beneficiary means a ,state or local government1 an ,indian ,tribe1 or a nonprofit or for-profit organization that-- 7,a7 repays capital loaned upfront by a pay-for-performance investor1 based on a project outcome specified in a pay-for-performance agreement2 or 7,b7 provides capital directly for costs associated with a pay-for-performance project4 7#e7 ,pay-for-performance investor ,the term pay-for-performance investor means a ,state or local government1 an ,indian ,tribe1 or a nonprofit or for-profit organization that provides upfront loaned capital for a pay-for-performance project with the expectation of a financial return dependent on a project outcome4 7#f7 ,pay-for-performance project ,the term pay-for-performance project means a project that-- 7,a7 would provide or enhance a recreational opportunity2 7,b7 is conducted on-- 7i7 ,national ,forest ,system land2 or 7ii7 other land1 if the activities would benefit ,national ,forest ,system land 7including a recreational use of ,national ,forest ,system land72 and 7,c7 would use an innovative funding or financing model that leverages-- 7i7 loaned capital from a pay-for-performance investor to cover upfront costs associated with a pay-for-performance project1 with the loaned capital repaid by a pay-for-performance beneficiary at a rate of return dependent on a project outcome1 as measured by an independent evaluator2 or 7ii7 capital directly from a pay-for-performance beneficiary to support costs associated with a pay-for-performance project in an amount based on an anticipated project outcome4 7#g7 ,pay-for-,performance project developer ,the term pay-for-performance project developer means a nonprofit or for-profit organization that serves as an intermediary to assist in developing or implementing a pay-for-performance agreement or a pay-for-performance project4 7#h7 ,project outcome ,the term project outcome means a measurable1 beneficial result 7whether economic1 environmental1 or social7 that is attributable to a pay-for-performance project and described in a pay-for-performance agreement4 7b7 ,establishment of pilot program ,the ,secretary of ,agriculture shall establish a pilot program in accordance with this section to carry out #a or more pay-for-performance projects4 7c7 ,pay-for-,performance projects 7#a7 ,in general ,using funds made available through a pay-for-performance agreement or appropriations1 all or any portion of a pay-for-performance project may be implemented by-- 7,a7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture2 or 7,b7 a pay-for-performance project developer or a third party1 subject to the conditions that-- 7i7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture shall approve the implementation by the pay-for-performance project developer or third party2 and 7ii7 the implementation is in accordance with applicable law4 7#b7 ,relation to land management plans ,a pay-for-performance project carried out under this section shall be consistent with any applicable land management plan developed under section #f of the ,forest and ,rangeland ,renewable ,resources ,planning ,act of #aigd 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #afjd74 7#c7 ,ownership 7,a7 ,new improvements ,the ,united ,states shall have title to any improvements installed on ,national ,forest ,system land as part of a pay-for-performance project4 7,b7 ,existing improvements ,investing in1 conducting1 or completing a pay-for-performance project on ,national ,forest ,system land shall not affect the title of the ,united ,states to-- 7i7 any federally owned improvements involved in the pay-for-performance project2 or 7ii7 the underlying land4 7#d7 ,savings clause ,the carrying out of any action for a pay-for-performance project does not provide any right to any party to a pay-for-performance agreement4 7#e7 ,potential conflicts ,before approving a pay-for-performance project under this section1 the ,secretary of ,agriculture shall consider and seek to avoid potential conflicts 7including economic competition7 with any existing written authorized use4 7d7 ,project agreements 7#a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding the ,act of ,june #cj1 #aiad 7#ch ,stat4 #dcj1 chapter #aca2 #af ,u4,s4,c4 #dih71 or subtitle ,c of title ,,xx of the ,social ,security ,act 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #acign et seq471 in carrying out the pilot program under this section1 the ,secretary of ,agriculture may enter into a pay-for-performance agreement under which a pay-for-performance beneficiary1 pay-for-performance investor1 or pay-for-performance project developer agrees to pay for or finance all or part of a pay-for-performance project4 7#b7 ,size limitation ,the ,secretary of ,agriculture may not enter into a pay-for-performance agreement under the pilot program under this section for a pay-for-performance project valued at more than #ae1jjj1jjj4 7#c7 ,financing 7,a7 ,in general ,a pay-for-performance agreement shall specify the amounts that a pay-for-performance beneficiary or a pay-for-performance project developer agrees to pay to a pay-for-performance investor or a pay-for-performance project developer1 as appropriate1 in the event of an independent evaluator determining pursuant to subsection 7e7 the degree to which a project outcome has been achieved4 7,b7 ,eligible payments ,an amount described in subparagraph 7,a7 shall be-- 7i7 based on-- 7,i7 the respective contributions of the parties under the pay-for-performance agreement2 and 7,,ii7 the economic1 environmental1 or social benefits derived from the project outcomes2 and 7ii7 7,i7 a percentage of the estimated value of a project outcome2 7,,ii7 a percentage of the estimated cost savings to the pay-for-performance beneficiary or the ,secretary of ,agriculture derived from a project outcome2 7,,iii7 a percentage of the enhanced revenue to the pay-for-performance beneficiary or the ,secretary of ,agriculture derived from a project outcome2 or 7,,iv7 a percentage of the cost of the pay-for-performance project4 7,c7 ,forest service financial assistance ,subject to the availability of appropriations1 the ,secretary of ,agriculture may contribute funding for a pay-for-performance project only if-- 7i7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture demonstrates that-- 7,i7 the pay-for-performance project would provide a cost savings to the ,united ,states2 7,,ii7 the funding would accelerate the pace of implementation of an activity previously planned to be completed by the ,secretary of ,agriculture2 or 7,,iii7 the funding would accelerate the scale of implementation of an activity previously planned to be completed by the ,secretary of ,agriculture2 and 7ii7 the contribution of the ,secretary of ,agriculture has a value that is not more than #ej percent of the total cost of the pay-for-performance project4 7,d7 ,special account ,any funds received by the ,secretary of ,agriculture under subsection 7c77#a7-- 7i7 shall be retained in a separate fund in the ,treasury to be used solely for pay-for-performance projects2 and 7ii7 shall remain available until expended and without further appropriation4 7#d7 ,maintenance and decommissioning of pay-for-performance project improvements ,a pay-for-performance agreement shall-- 7,a7 include a plan for maintaining any capital improvement constructed as part of a pay-for-performance project after the date on which the pay-for-performance project is completed2 and 7,b7 specify the party that will be responsible for decommissioning the improvements associated with the pay-for-performance project-- 7i7 at the end of the useful life of the improvements2 7ii7 if the improvements no longer serve the purpose for which the improvements were developed2 or 7iii7 if the pay-for-performance project fails4 7#e7 ,termination of pay-for-performance project agreements ,the ,secretary of ,agriculture may unilaterally terminate a pay-for-performance agreement1 in whole or in part1 for any program year beginning after the program year during which the ,secretary of ,agriculture provides to each party to the pay-for-performance agreement a notice of the termination4 7e7 ,independent evaluations 7#a7 ,progress reports ,an independent evaluator shall submit to the ,secretary of ,agriculture and each party to the applicable pay-for-performance agreement-- 7,a7 by not later than #b years after the date on which the pay-for-performance agreement is executed1 and at least once every #b years thereafter1 a written report that summarizes the progress that has been made in achieving each project outcome2 and 7,b7 before the first scheduled date for a payment described in subsection 7d77#c77;,a71 and each subsequent date for payment1 a written report that-- 7i7 summarizes the results of the evaluation conducted by the independent evaluator to determine whether a payment should be made pursuant to the pay-for-performance agreement2 and 7ii7 analyzes the reasons why a project outcome was achieved or was not achieved4 7#b7 ,final reports ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which a pay-for-performance project is completed1 the independent evaluator shall submit to the ,secretary of ,agriculture and each party to the pay-for-performance agreement a written report that includes1 with respect to the period covered by the report-- 7,a7 an evaluation of the effects of the pay-for-performance project with respect to each project outcome2 7,b7 a determination of whether the pay-for-performance project has met each project outcome2 and 7,c7 the amount of the payments made for the pay-for-performance project pursuant to subsection 7d77#c77;,a74 7f7 ,additional ,forest ,service-,provided assistance 7#a7 ,technical assistance ,the ,secretary of ,agriculture may provide technical assistance to facilitate pay-for-performance project development1 such as planning1 permitting1 site preparation1 and design work4 7#b7 ,consultants ,subject to the availability of appropriations1 the ,secretary of ,agriculture may hire a contractor-- 7,a7 to conduct a feasibility analysis of a proposed pay-for-performance project2 7,b7 to assist in the development1 implementation1 or evaluation of a proposed pay-for-performance project or a pay-for-performance agreement2 or 7,c7 to assist with an environmental analysis of a proposed pay-for-performance project4 7g7 ,savings clause ,the ,secretary of ,agriculture shall approve a record of decision1 decision notice1 or decision memo for any activities to be carried out on ,national ,forest ,system land as part of a pay-for-performance project before the ,secretary of ,agriculture may enter into a pay-for-performance agreement involving the applicable pay-for-performance project4 7h7 ,duration of pilot program 7#a7 ,sunset ,the authority to enter into a pay-for-performance agreement under this section terminates on the date that is #g years after the date of the enactment of this title4 7#b7 ,savings clause ,nothing in paragraph 7#a7 affects any pay-for-performance project agreement entered into by the ,secretary of ,agriculture under this section before the date described in that paragraph4 #aef4 ,outdoor recreation legacy partnership program 7a7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,eligible entity ,the term eligible entity means an entity or combination of entities that represents or otherwise serves a qualifying area4 7#b7 ,eligible nonprofit organization ,the term eligible nonprofit organization means an organization that is described in section #eja7;c77#c7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf and is exempt from taxation under section #eja7;a7 of such ,code4 7#c7 ,entity ,the term entity means-- 7,a7 a ,state2 7,b7 a political subdivision of a ,state1 including-- 7i7 a city2 7ii7 a county2 or 7iii7 a special purpose district that manages open space1 including a park district2 and 7,c7 an ,indian ,tribe1 urban ,indian organization1 or ,alaska ,native or ,native ,hawaiian community or organization4 7#d7 ,low-income community ,the term low-income community has the same meaning given that term in #bf ,u4,s4,c4 #de;,d7e77#a74 7#e7 ,outdoor recreation legacy partnership program ,the term ,outdoor ,recreation ,legacy ,partnership ,program means the program codified under subsection 7b77#a74 7#f7 ,qualifying area ,the term qualifying area means-- 7,a7 an urbanized area or urban cluster that has a population of #be1jjj or more in the most recent census2 7,b7 #b or more adjacent urban clusters with a combined population of #be1jjj or more in the most recent census2 or 7,c7 an area administered by an ,indian ,tribe or an ,alaska ,native or ,native ,hawaiian community organization4 7b7 ,grants authorized 7#a7 ,codification of program 7,a7 ,in general ,there is established an existing program1 to be known as the ,outdoor ,recreation ,legacy ,partnership ,program1 under which the ,secretary may award grants to eligible entities for projects-- 7i7 to acquire land and water for parks and other outdoor recreation purposes in qualifying areas2 and 7ii7 to develop new or renovate existing outdoor recreation facilities that provide outdoor recreation opportunities to the public in qualifying areas4 7,b7 ,priority ,in awarding grants to eligible entities under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary shall give priority to projects that-- 7i7 create or significantly enhance access to park and recreational opportunities in a qualifying area2 7ii7 engage and empower low-income communities and youth2 7iii7 provide employment or job training opportunities for youth or low-income communities2 7iv7 establish or expand public-private partnerships1 with a focus on leveraging resources2 and 7v7 take advantage of coordination among various levels of government4 7#b7 ,matching requirement 7,a7 ,in general ,as a condition of receiving a grant under paragraph 7#a71 an eligible entity shall provide matching funds in the form of cash or an in-kind contribution in an amount equal to not less than #ajj percent of the amounts made available under the grant4 7,b7 ,administrative expenses ,not more than #g percent of funds provided to an eligible entity under a grant awarded under paragraph 7#a7 may be used for administrative expenses4 7#c7 ,considerations ,in awarding grants to eligible entities under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall consider the extent to which a project would-- 7,a7 provide recreation opportunities in low-income communities in which access to parks is not adequate to meet local needs2 7,b7 provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and public land volunteerism2 7,c7 support innovative or cost-effective ways to enhance parks and other recreation-- 7i7 opportunities2 or 7ii7 delivery of services2 7,d7 support park and recreation programming provided by local governments1 including cooperative agreements with community-based eligible nonprofit organizations2 7,e7 develop ,native ,american event sites and cultural gathering spaces2 7,f7 provide benefits such as community resilience1 reduction of urban heat islands1 enhanced water or air quality1 or habitat for fish or wildlife2 and 7,g7 facilitate any combination of purposes listed in subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,f74 7#d7 ,eligible uses 7,a7 ,in general ,subject to subparagraph 7,b71 an eligible entity may use a grant awarded under paragraph 7#a7 for a project described in subparagraph 7,a7 or 7,b7 of that paragraph4 7,b7 ,limitations on use ,an eligible entity may not use grant funds for-- 7i7 incidental costs related to land acquisition1 including appraisal and titling2 7ii7 operation and maintenance activities2 7iii7 facilities that support semiprofessional or professional athletics2 7iv7 indoor facilities1 such as recreation centers or facilities that support primarily nonoutdoor purposes2 or 7v7 acquisition of land or interests in land that restrict public access4 7,c7 ,conversion to other than public outdoor recreation use 7i7 ,in general ,no property acquired or developed with assistance under this section shall1 without the approval of the ,secretary1 be converted to other than public outdoor recreation use4 7ii7 ,condition for approval ,the ,secretary shall approve a conversion only if the ,secretary finds it to be in accordance with the then-existing comprehensive ,statewide outdoor recreation plan and only on such conditions as the ,secretary considers necessary to ensure the substitution of other recreation properties of at least equal fair market value and of reasonably equivalent usefulness and location4 7iii7 ,wetland areas and interests therein ,wetland areas and interests therein as identified in the wetlands provisions of the comprehensive plan and proposed to be acquired as suitable replacement property within the same ,state that is otherwise acceptable to the ,secretary1 acting through the ,director of the ,national ,park ,service1 shall be deemed to be of reasonably equivalent usefulness with the property proposed for conversion4 7c7 ,review and evaluation requirements ,in carrying out the ,outdoor ,recreation ,legacy ,partnership ,program1 the ,secretary shall-- 7#a7 conduct an initial screening and technical review of applications received2 7#b7 evaluate and score all qualifying applications2 and 7#c7 provide culturally and linguistically appropriate information to eligible entities 7including low-income communities and eligible entities serving low-income communities7 on-- 7,a7 the opportunity to apply for grants under this section2 7,b7 the application procedures by which eligible entities may apply for grants under this section2 and 7,c7 eligible uses for grants under this section4 7d7 ,reporting 7#a7 ,annual reports ,not later than #cj days after the last day of each report period1 each ,state-lead agency that receives a grant under this section shall annually submit to the ,secretary performance and financial reports that-- 7,a7 summarize project activities conducted during the report period2 and 7,b7 provide the status of the project4 7#b7 ,final reports ,not later than #ij days after the earlier of the date of expiration of a project period or the completion of a project1 each ,state-lead agency that receives a grant under this section shall submit to the ,secretary a final report containing such information as the ,secretary may require4 #aeg4 ,american battlefield protection program enhancement 7a7 ,definitions ,section #cjhaja of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 #cjhaja4 ,definitions ,in this chapter3 7#a7 ,secretary ,the term ,secretary means the ,secretary1 acting through the ,american ,battlefield ,protection ,program4 7#b7 ,battlefield reports ,the term ,battlefield ,reports means1 collectively-- 7,a7 the document entitled ,report on the ,nation's ,civil ,war ,battlefields1 prepared by the ,civil ,war ,sites ,advisory ,commission1 and dated ,july #aiic2 and 7,b7 the document entitled ,report to ,congress on the ,historic ,preservation of ,revolutionary ,war and ,war of #ahab ,sites in the ,united ,states1 prepared by the ,national ,park ,service1 and dated ,september #bjjg4 4 7b7 ,preservation assistance ,section #cjhajb7;a7 of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,federal and all that follows through organizations and inserting ,federal agencies1 ,states1 ,tribes1 local governments1 other public entities1 educational institutions1 and nonprofit organizations4 7c7 ,battlefield land acquisition grants improvements ,section #cjhajc of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by amending subsection 7a7 to read as follows3 7a7 ,eligible site defined ,in this section1 the term eligible site-- 7#a7 means a site that-- 7,a7 is not within the exterior boundaries of a unit of the ,national ,park ,system2 and 7,b7 is identified in the ,battlefield ,reports as a battlefield2 and 7#b7 excludes sites identified in the ,battlefield ,reports as associated historic sites4 2 7#b7 in subsection 7b71 by striking ,state and local governments and inserting ,states1 ,tribes1 local governments1 and nonprofit organizations2 7#c7 in subsection 7c71 by striking ,state or local government and inserting ,state1 ,tribe1 or local government2 and 7#d7 in subsection 7e71 by striking under this section and inserting under this section1 including by ,states1 ,tribes1 local governments1 and nonprofit organizations14 7d7 ,battlefield restoration grants improvements ,section #cjhaje of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by amending subsection 7a7 to read as follows3 7a7 ,establishment ,the ,secretary shall establish a battlefield restoration grant program 7referred to in this section as the program7 under which the ,secretary may provide grants to ,states1 ,tribes1 local governments1 and nonprofit organizations for projects that restore day-of-battle conditions on-- 7#a7 land preserved and protected under the battlefield acquisition grant program established under section #cjhajc7;b72 or 7#b7 battlefield land that is-- 7,a7 owned by a ,state1 ,tribe1 local government1 or nonprofit organization2 and 7,b7 referred to in the ,battlefield ,reports4 2 and 7#b7 by striking subsection 7b7 and inserting the following3 7b7 ,eligible sites ,the ,secretary may make grants under this section for ,revolutionary ,war1 ,war of #ahab1 and ,civil ,war battlefield sites-- 7#a7 eligible for assistance under the battlefield acquisition grant program established under section #cjhajc7;b72 or 7#b7 on battlefield land that is-- 7,a7 owned by a ,state1 ,tribe1 local government1 or nonprofit organization2 and 7,b7 referred to in battlefield reports4 4 7e7 ,updates and improvements ,chapter #cjha of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #cjhajf4 ,updates and improvements to ,battlefield ,reports ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this section1 and every #aj years thereafter1 the ,secretary shall submit to ,congress a report that updates the ,battlefield ,reports to reflect-- 7#a7 preservation activities carried out at the battlefields in the period since the publication of the most recent ,battlefield ,reports update2 7#b7 changes in the condition1 including core and study areas1 of the battlefields during that period2 and 7#c7 any other relevant developments relating to the battlefields during that period4 4 7f7 ,clerical amendment ,the table of sections for chapter #cjha of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended as follows3 7#a7 ,by amending the item relating to section #cjhaja to read as follows3 #cjhaja4 ,definitions44 7#b7 ,by adding at the end the following3 #cjhajf4 ,updates and improvements to ,battlefield ,reports44 ,,ii ,,access ,,america #bja4 ,definitions ,in this title3 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 ,gold ,star ,family member ,the term ,gold ,star ,family member means an individual described in section #c4c of ,department of ,defense ,instruction #acdh4cf4 7#e7 ,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#f7 ,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 ,a ,access for ,people with ,disabilities #baa4 ,accessible recreation inventory 7a7 ,assessment ,not later than #e years after the date of the enactment of this title1 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 title4 7c7 ,public information ,not later than #g years after the date of the enactment of this title1 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 #bab4 ,trail inventory 7a7 ,assessment ,not later than #g years after the date of the enactment of this title1 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 title4 7d7 ,public information 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #g years after the date of the enactment of this title1 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 #bac4 ,trail pilot program 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this title1 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 #bab2 7#b7 develop accessible trails under section #bad2 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 title4 #bad4 ,accessible trails 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this title1 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 title1 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 title 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 title2 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 title1 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 title1 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 #bae4 ,accessible recreation opportunities 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this title1 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 title1 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 title 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 title2 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 title1 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 title1 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 #baf4 ,assistive technology ,in carrying out this subtitle1 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 #bag4 ,savings clause ,nothing in the subtitle 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 ,b ,military and ,veterans in ,parks #bba4 ,promotion of outdoor recreation for military servicemembers and veterans ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this title1 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 #fhjd72 7#b7 the availability and location of accessible trails1 including new accessible trails developed and completed under section #bad2 7#c7 the availability and location of accessible recreation opportunities1 including new accessible recreation opportunities developed and completed under section #bae2 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 #bbb4 ,military ,veterans ,outdoor ,recreation ,liaisons 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this title1 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 subtitle2 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 #bbc4 ,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 #bbd4 ,national strategy for military and veteran recreation 7a7 ,strategy ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,federal ,interagency ,council on ,outdoor ,recreation established under section #aac 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 ,federal ,interagency ,council on ,outdoor ,recreation shall update the strategy and make public the update4 #bbe4 ,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 ,,explore ,act4 2 and 7#c7 in paragraph 7#h7 by striking ,eight and inserting ,six4 #bbf4 ,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 title1 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 ,c ,youth ,access #bca4 ,increasing youth recreation visits to ,federal land 7a7 ,strategy ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretaries1 acting jointly1 shall develop and make public a strategy to increase the number of youth recreation visits to ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7b7 ,requirements ,a strategy developed under subsection 7a7-- 7#a7 shall-- 7,a7 emphasize increased recreation opportunities on ,federal recreational lands and waters for underserved youth2 7,b7 establish objectives and quantifiable targets for increasing youth recreation visits2 and 7,c7 provide the anticipated costs to achieve the objectives and meet the targets established under subparagraph 7,b72 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 ,secretaries shall update the strategy and make public the update4 7d7 ,agreements ,the ,secretaries may enter into contracts or cost-share agreements 7including contracts or agreements for the acquisition of vehicles7 to carry out this section4 #bcb4 ,every ,kid ,outdoors ,act extension ,section #ijja7;b7 of the ,john ,d4 ,dingell1 ,jr4 ,conservation1 ,management1 and ,recreation ,act 7,public ,law #aaf-i7 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#b77;,b71 by striking during the period beginning on ,september #a and ending on ,august #ca of the following year and inserting for a #ab-month period that begins on a date determined by the ,secretaries2 and 7#b7 in paragraph 7#e71 by striking the date that is #g years after the date of enactment of this ,act and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjca4 ,,iii ,,simplifying ,,outdoor ,,access ,,for ,,recreation #cja4 ,definitions ,in this title3 7#a7 ,commercial use authorization ,the term commercial use authorization means a commercial use authorization to provide services to visitors to units of the ,national ,park ,system under subchapter ,,ii of chapter #ajai of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,multijurisdictional trip ,the term multijurisdictional trip means a trip that-- 7,a7 uses #b or more units of ,federal recreational lands and waters2 and 7,b7 is under the jurisdiction of #b or more ,federal land management agencies4 7#c7 ,recreation service provider ,the term recreation service provider has the meaning given the term in section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by section #caa74 7#d7 ,special recreation permit ,the term special recreation permit has the meaning given the term in section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by section #caa74 7#e7 ,visitor-use day ,the term visitor-use day means a visitor-use day1 user day1 launch1 or other metric used by the ,secretary concerned for purposes of authorizing use under a special recreation permit4 ,a ,modernizing ,recreation ,permitting #caa4 ,special recreation permit and fee 7a7 ,definitions ,section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 is amended-- 7#a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a71 by striking this ,act and inserting this title2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#a71 by striking section #c7;f7 and inserting section #hjc7;f72 7#c7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking section #c7;g7 and inserting section #hjc7;g72 7#d7 in paragraph 7#f71 by striking section #e and inserting section #hje2 7#e7 in paragraph 7#i71 by striking section #e and inserting section #hje2 7#f7 in paragraph 7#ab71 by striking section #g and inserting section #hjg2 7#g7 in paragraph 7#ac71 by striking section #c7;h7 and inserting section #hjc7;h77#b72 7#h7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#a71 7#c71 7#d71 7#e71 7#f71 7#g71 7#h71 7#i71 7#aj71 7#aa71 and 7#ac7 as paragraphs 7#ae71 7#a71 7#c71 7#d71 7#e71 7#f71 7#g71 7#h71 7#aa71 7#aj71 and 7#ad71 respectively1 and arranging the paragraphs 7as so redesignated7 to appear in numerical order2 7#i7 by inserting after paragraph 7#h7 7as so redesignated7 the following3 7#i7 ,recreation service provider ,the term recreation service provider means a person that provides recreational services to the public under a special recreation permit under clause 7iii7 or 7iv7 of paragraph 7#ac77;,a74 2 7#aj7 by inserting after paragraph 7#ab7 the following3 7#ac7 ,special recreation permit 7,a7 ,in general ,the term special recreation permit means a permit issued by a ,federal land management agency for the use of ,federal recreational lands and waters-- 7i7 for a specialized recreational use not described in clause 7ii71 7iii71 or 7iv71 such as-- 7,i7 an organizational camp2 7,,ii7 a single event that does not require an entry or participation fee that is not strictly a sharing of expenses for the purposes of the event2 and 7,,iii7 participation by the public in a recreation activity or recreation use of a specific area of ,federal recreational lands and waters in which use by the public is allocated2 7ii7 for a large-group activity or event of #ge participants or more2 7iii7 for-- 7,i7 at the discretion of the ,secretary1 a single organized group recreation activity or event 7including an activity or event in which motorized recreational vehicles are used or in which outfitting and guiding services are used7 that-- 7aa7 is a structured or scheduled event or activity2 7bb7 is not competitive and is for fewer than #ge participants2 7cc7 may charge an entry or participation fee2 7dd7 involves fewer than #bjj visitor-use days2 and 7ee7 is undertaken or provided by the recreation service provider at the same site not more frequently than #c times a year2 7,,ii7 a single competitive event2 or 7,,iii7 at the discretion of the ,secretary1 a recurring organized group recreation activity 7including an outfitting and guiding activity7 that-- 7aa7 is a structured or scheduled activity2 7bb7 is not competitive2 7cc7 may charge a participation fee2 7dd7 occurs in a group size of fewer than #g participants2 7ee7 involves fewer than #dj visitor-use days2 and 7ff7 is undertaken or provided by the recreation service provider for a term of not more than #ahj days2 or 7iv7 for-- 7,i7 a recurring outfitting1 guiding1 or1 at the discretion of the ,secretary1 other recreation service1 the authorization for which is for a term of not more than #aj years2 or 7,,ii7 a recurring outfitting1 guiding1 or1 at the discretion of the ,secretary1 other recreation service1 that occurs under a temporary special recreation permit authorized under section #caf of the ,,explore ,act4 7,b7 ,exclusions ,the term special recreation permit does not include-- 7i7 a concession contract for the provision of accommodations1 facilities1 or services2 7ii7 a commercial use authorization issued under section #ajaibe of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code2 or 7iii7 any other type of permit1 including a special use permit administered by the ,national ,park ,service4 2 and 7#aa7 by inserting at the end the following3 7#af7 ,state ,the term ,state means each of the several ,states1 the ,district of ,columbia1 and each territory of the ,united ,states4 4 7b7 ,special recreation permits and fees ,section #hjc of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjb7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking this ,act each place it appears and inserting this title2 7#b7 in subsection 7b77#e71 by striking section #d7;d7 and inserting section #hjd7;d72 and 7#c7 by striking subsection 7h7 and inserting the following3 7h7 ,special recreation permits and fees 7#a7 ,special recreation permits 7,a7 ,applications ,the ,secretary-- 7i7 may develop and make available to the public an application to obtain a special recreation permit described in clause 7i7 of section #hjb7ac77;,a72 and 7ii7 shall develop and make available to the public an application to obtain a special recreation permit described in each of clauses 7ii7 through 7iv7 of section #hjb7ac77;,a74 7,b7 ,issuance of permits ,on review of a completed application developed under subparagraph 7,a71 as applicable1 and a determination by the ,secretary that the applicant is eligible for the special recreation permit1 the ,secretary may issue to the applicant a special recreation permit1 subject to any terms and conditions that are determined to be necessary by the ,secretary4 7,c7 ,incidental sales ,a special recreation permit issued under this paragraph may include an authorization for sales that are incidental in nature to the permitted use of the ,federal recreational lands and waters1 except where otherwise prohibited by law4 7#b7 ,special recreation permit fees 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary may charge a special recreation permit fee for the issuance of a special recreation permit in accordance with this paragraph4 7,b7 ,predetermined special recreation permit fees 7i7 ,in general ,for purposes of subparagraphs 7,d7 and 7,e7 of this paragraph1 the ,secretary shall establish and may charge a predetermined fee1 described in clause 7ii7 of this subparagraph1 for a special recreation permit described in clause 7iii7 or 7iv7 of section #hjb7ac77;,a7 for a specific type of use on a unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters1 consistent with the criteria set forth in clause 7iii7 of this subparagraph4 7ii7 ,type of fee ,a predetermined fee described in clause 7i7 shall be-- 7,i7 a fixed fee that is assessed per special recreation permit1 including a fee with an associated size limitation or other criteria as determined to be appropriate by the ,secretary2 or 7,,ii7 an amount assessed per visitor-use day4 7iii7 ,criteria ,a predetermined fee under clause 7i7 shall-- 7,i7 have been established before the date of the enactment of the ,,explore ,act2 7,,ii7 be established after the date of the enactment of the ,,explore ,act1 in accordance with subsection 7b72 7,,iii7 7aa7 be established after the date of the enactment of the ,,explore ,act2 and 7bb7 be comparable to an amount described in subparagraph 7,d77ii7 or 7,e77ii71 as applicable2 or 7,,iv7 beginning on the date that is #b years after the date of the enactment of the ,,explore ,act1 be #f per visitor-use day in instances in which the ,secretary has not established a predetermined fee under subclause 7,i71 7,,ii71 or 7,,iii74 7,c7 ,calculation of fees for specialized recreational uses and large-group activities or events ,the ,secretary may1 at the discretion of the ,secretary1 establish and charge a fee for a special recreation permit described in clause 7i7 or 7ii7 of section #hjb7ac77;,a74 7,d7 ,calculation of fees for single organized group recreation activities or events1 competitive events1 and certain recurring organized group recreation activities ,if the ,secretary elects to charge a fee for a special recreation permit described in section #hjb7ac77;,a77iii71 the ,secretary shall charge the recreation service provider1 based on the election of the recreation service provider-- 7i7 the applicable predetermined fee established under subparagraph 7,b72 or 7ii7 an amount equal to a percentage of1 to be determined by the ,secretary1 but to not to exceed #e percent of1 adjusted gross receipts calculated under subparagraph 7,f74 7,e7 ,calculation of fees for temporary permits and long-term permits ,subject to subparagraph 7,g71 if the ,secretary elects to charge a fee for a special recreation permit described in section #hjb7ac77;,a77iv71 the ,secretary shall charge the recreation service provider1 based on the election of the recreation service provider-- 7i7 the applicable predetermined fee established under subparagraph 7,b72 or 7ii7 an amount equal to a percentage of1 to be determined by the ,secretary1 but not to exceed #c percent of1 adjusted gross receipts calculated under subparagraph 7,f74 7,f7 ,adjusted gross receipts ,for the purposes of subparagraphs 7,d77ii7 and 7,e77ii71 the ,secretary shall calculate the adjusted gross receipts collected for each trip or event authorized under a special recreation permit1 using either of the following calculations1 based on the election of the recreation service provider3 7i7 ,the sum of-- 7,i7 the product obtained by multiplying-- 7aa7 the general amount paid by participants of the trip or event to the recreation service provider for the applicable trip or event 7excluding amounts related to goods1 souvenirs1 merchandise1 gear1 and additional food provided or sold by the recreation service provider72 and 7bb7 the quotient obtained by dividing-- 7,,aa7 the number of days of the trip or event that occurred on ,federal recreational lands and waters covered by the special recreation permit1 rounded to the nearest whole day2 by 7,,bb7 the total number of days of the trip or event2 and 7,,ii7 the amount of any additional revenue received by the recreation service provider for an add-on activity or an optional excursion that occurred on the ,federal recreational lands and waters covered by the special recreation permit4 7ii7 ,the difference between-- 7,i7 the total cost paid by the participants of the trip or event for the trip or event to the recreation service provider1 including any additional revenue received by the recreation service provider for an add-on activity or an optional excursion that occurred on the ,federal recreational lands and waters covered by the special recreation permit2 and 7,,ii7 the sum of-- 7aa7 the amount of any revenues from goods1 souvenirs1 merchandise1 gear1 and additional food provided or sold by the recreation service provider to the participants of the applicable trip or event2 7bb7 the amount of any costs or revenues from services and activities provided or sold by the recreation service provider to the participants of the trip or event that occurred in a location other than the ,federal recreational lands and waters covered by the special recreation permit 7including costs for travel and lodging outside the ,federal recreational lands and waters covered by the special recreation permit72 and 7cc7 the amount of any revenues from any service provided by a recreation service provider for an activity on ,federal recreational lands and waters that is not covered by the special recreation permit4 7,g7 ,exception ,notwithstanding subparagraph 7,e71 the ,secretary may charge a recreation service provider a minimum annual fee for a special recreation permit described in section #hjb7ac77;,a77iv74 7,h7 ,savings clauses 7i7 ,effect ,nothing in this paragraph affects any fee for-- 7,i7 a concession contract administered by the ,national ,park ,service or the ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service for the provision of accommodations1 facilities1 or services2 or 7,,ii7 a commercial use authorization or special use permit for use of ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by the ,national ,park ,service4 7ii7 ,cost recovery ,nothing in this paragraph affects the ability of the ,secretary to recover any administrative costs under section #cbj of the ,,explore ,act4 7iii7 ,special recreation permit fees and other recreation fees ,the collection of a special recreation permit fee under this paragraph shall not affect the authority of the ,secretary to collect an entrance fee1 a standard amenity recreation fee1 or an expanded amenity recreation fee authorized under subsections 7e71 7f71 and 7g74 7i7 ,disclosure of recreation fees and use of recreation fees 7#a7 ,notice of entrance fees1 standard amenity recreation fees1 expanded amenity recreation fees1 and available recreation passes 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall post clear notice of any entrance fee1 standard amenity recreation fee1 expanded amenity recreation fee1 and available recreation passes-- 7i7 at appropriate locations in each unit or area of ,federal recreational land and waters at which an entrance fee1 standard amenity recreation fee1 or expanded amenity recreation fee is charged2 and 7ii7 on the appropriate website for such unit or area4 7,b7 ,publications ,the ,secretary shall include in publications distributed at a unit or area or described in subparagraph 7,a7 the notice described in that subparagraph4 7#b7 ,notice of uses of recreation fees ,beginning on ,january #a1 #bjbf1 the ,secretary shall annually post1 at the location at which a recreation fee described in paragraph 7#a77;,a7 is collected1 clear notice of-- 7,a7 the total recreation fees collected during each of the #b preceding fiscal years at the respective unit or area of the ,federal land management agency2 and 7,b7 each use during the preceding fiscal year of the applicable recreation fee or recreation pass revenues collected under this section4 7#c7 ,notice of recreation fee projects ,to the extent practicable1 the ,secretary shall post clear notice at the location at which work is performed using recreation fee and recreation pass revenues collected under this section4 7#d7 ,centralized reporting on agency websites 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than ,january #a1 #bjbe1 and not later than #fj days after the beginning of each fiscal year thereafter1 the ,secretary shall post on the website of the applicable ,federal land management agency a searchable list of each use during the preceding fiscal year of the recreation fee or recreation pass revenues collected under this section4 7,b7 ,list components ,the list required under subparagraph 7,a7 shall include1 with respect to each use described in that subparagraph-- 7i7 a title and description of the overall project2 7ii7 a title and description for each component of the project2 7iii7 the location of the project2 and 7iv7 the amount obligated for the project4 7#e7 ,notice to customers ,a recreation service provider may inform a customer of the recreation service provider of any fee charged by the ,secretary under this section4 4 7c7 ,conforming amendment ,section #hjd of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjc7 is amended by striking subsection 7e74 7d7 ,use of special recreation permit revenue ,section #hjh of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjg7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking this ,act each place it appears and inserting this title2 7#b7 in subsection 7a77#c7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,e71 by striking and at the end2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,f71 by striking #f7;a7 or a visitor reservation service4 and inserting #hjf7;a7 or a visitor reservation service22 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,g7 the processing of special recreation permit applications and administration of special recreation permits2 and 7,h7 the improvement of the operation of the special recreation permit program under section #hjc7;h74 2 and 7#c7 in subsection 7d7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a71 by striking section #e7;a77#g7 and inserting section #hje7;a77#g72 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking section #e7;d7 and inserting section #hje7;d74 7e7 ,reauthorization ,section #haj of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhji7 is amended by striking #bjai and inserting #bjca4 #cab4 ,permitting process improvements 7a7 ,in general ,to simplify the process of the issuance and or reissuance of special recreation permits and reduce the cost of administering special recreation permits under section #hjc7;h7 of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjb7 7as amended by this title71 the ,secretaries shall each-- 7#a7 during the period beginning on ,january #a1 #bjba1 and ending on ,january #a1 #bjbe-- 7,a7 evaluate the process for issuing special recreation permits2 and 7,b7 based on the evaluation under subparagraph 7,a71 identify opportunities to-- 7i7 eliminate duplicative processes with respect to issuing special recreation permits2 7ii7 reduce costs for the issuance of special recreation permits2 7iii7 decrease processing times for special recreation permits2 and 7iv7 issue simplified special recreation permits1 including special recreation permits for an organized group recreation activity or event under subsection 7e72 and 7#b7 not later than #a year after the date on which the ,secretaries complete their respective evaluation and identification processes under paragraph 7#a71 revise1 as necessary1 relevant agency regulations and guidance documents1 including regulations and guidance documents relating to the environmental review process1 for special recreation permits to implement the improvements identified under paragraph 7#a77;,b74 7b7 ,environmental reviews 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned shall1 to the maximum extent practicable1 utilize available tools1 including tiering to existing programmatic reviews1 as appropriate1 to facilitate an effective and efficient environmental review process for activities undertaken by the ,secretary concerned relating to the issuance of special recreation permits4 7#b7 ,categorical exclusions ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretary concerned shall-- 7,a7 evaluate whether existing categorical exclusions available to the ,secretary concerned on the date of the enactment of this title are consistent with the provisions of this title2 7,b7 evaluate whether a modification of an existing categorical exclusion or the establishment of #a or more new categorical exclusions developed in compliance with the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 is necessary to undertake an activity described in paragraph 7#a7 in a manner consistent with the authorities and requirements in this title2 and 7,c7 revise relevant agency regulations and policy statements and guidance documents1 as necessary1 to modify existing categorical exclusions or incorporate new categorical exclusions based on evaluations conducted under this paragraph4 7c7 ,needs assessments ,except as required under subsection 7c7 or 7d7 of section #d of the ,wilderness ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #aacc71 the ,secretary concerned shall not conduct a needs assessment as a condition of issuing a special recreation permit under section #hjc7;h7 of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjb7 7as amended by this title74 7d7 ,online applications ,not later than #c years after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretaries shall make the application for a special recreation permit under section #hjc7;h7 of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjb7 7as amended by this title71 including a reissuance of a special recreation permit under that section1 available for completion and submission-- 7#a7 online2 7#b7 by mail or electronic mail2 and 7#c7 in person at the field office for the applicable ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7e7 ,special recreation permits for an organized group recreation activity or event 7#a7 ,definitions ,in this subsection3 7,a7 ,special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event ,the term special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event means a special recreation permit described in subclause 7,i7 or 7,,iii7 of paragraph 7#ac77;,a77iii7 of section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by this title74 7,b7 ,youth group ,the term youth group means a recreation service provider that predominantly serves individuals not older than #be years of age4 7#b7 ,exemption from certain allocations of use ,if the ,secretary concerned allocates visitor-use days available for an area or activity on ,federal recreational lands and waters among recreation service providers that hold a permit described in paragraph 7#ac77;,a77iv7 of section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by this title71 a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event shall not be subject to that allocation of visitor-use days4 7#c7 ,issuance ,in accordance with paragraphs 7#e7 and 7#f71 if use by the general public is not subject to a limited entry permit system and if capacity is available for the times or days in which the proposed activity or event would be undertaken1 on request of a recreation service provider 7including a youth group7 to conduct an organized group recreation activity or event described in subclause 7,i7 or 7,,iii7 of paragraph 7#ac77;,a77iii7 of section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by this title71 the ,secretary concerned-- 7,a7 shall make a nominal effects determination to determine whether the proposed activity or event would have more than nominal effects on ,federal recreational lands and waters1 resources1 and programs2 and 7,b7 7i7 shall not require a recreation service provider 7including a youth group7 to obtain a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event if the ,secretary concerned determines-- 7,i7 the proposed activity or event to be undertaken would have only nominal effects on ,federal recreational lands and waters1 resources1 and programs2 and 7,,ii7 establishing additional terms and conditions for the proposed activity or event is not necessary to protect or avoid conflict on or with ,federal recreational lands and waters1 resources1 and programs2 7ii7 in the case of an organized group recreation activity or event described in section #hjb7ac77;,a77iii77,i7 of that ,act1 may issue to a recreation service provider 7including a youth group7 a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event1 subject to any terms and conditions as are determined to be appropriate by the ,secretary concerned1 if the ,secretary concerned determines-- 7,i7 the proposed activity or event to be undertaken would have only nominal effects on ,federal recreational lands and waters1 resources1 and programs2 and 7,,ii7 establishing additional terms and conditions for the proposed activity or event is necessary to protect or avoid conflict on or with ,federal recreational lands and waters1 resources1 and programs2 7iii7 in the case of an organized group recreation activity or event described in section #hjb7ac77;,a77iii77,,iii7 of that ,act1 shall issue to a recreation service provider 7including a youth group7 a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event1 subject to such terms and conditions determined to be appropriate by the ,secretary concerned1 if the ,secretary concerned determines-- 7,i7 the proposed activity or event to be undertaken would have only nominal effects on ,federal recreational lands and waters1 resources1 and programs2 and 7,,ii7 establishing additional terms and conditions for the proposed activity or event is necessary to protect or avoid conflict on or with ,federal recreational lands and waters1 resources1 and programs2 and 7iv7 may issue to a recreation service provider 7including a youth group7 a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event1 subject to any terms and conditions determined to be appropriate by the ,secretary concerned1 if the ,secretary concerned determines-- 7,i7 the proposed activity or event to be undertaken may have more than nominal effects on ,federal recreational lands and waters1 resources1 and programs2 and 7,,ii7 establishing additional terms and conditions for the proposed activity or event would be necessary to protect or avoid conflict on or with ,federal recreational lands and waters1 resources1 and programs4 7#d7 ,fees ,the ,secretary concerned may elect not to charge a fee to a recreation service provider 7including a youth group7 for a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event4 7#e7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this subsection prevents the ,secretary concerned from limiting or abating the allowance of a proposed activity or event under paragraph 7#c77;,b77i7 or the issuance of a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event1 based on resource conditions1 administrative burdens1 or safety issues4 7#f7 ,qualifications ,a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event issued under paragraph 7#c7 shall be subject to the health and safety standards required by the ,secretary concerned for a permit issued under paragraph 7#ac77;,a77iv7 of section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by this title74 #cac4 ,permit flexibility 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned shall establish guidelines to allow a holder of a special recreation permit under subsection 7h7 of section #hjc of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjb7 7as amended by this title71 to engage in another recreational activity under the special recreation permit that is substantially similar to the specific activity authorized under the special recreation permit4 7b7 ,criteria ,for the purposes of this section1 a recreational activity shall be considered to be a substantially similar recreational activity if the recreational activity-- 7#a7 is comparable in type1 nature1 scope1 and ecological setting to the specific activity authorized under the special recreation permit2 7#b7 does not result in a greater impact on natural and cultural resources than the impact of the authorized activity2 7#c7 does not adversely affect-- 7,a7 any other holder of a special recreation permit or other permit2 or 7,b7 any other authorized use of the ,federal recreational lands and waters2 and 7#d7 is consistent with-- 7,a7 any applicable laws 7including regulations72 and 7,b7 the land management plan1 resource management plan1 or equivalent plan applicable to the ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7c7 ,surrender of ,unused ,visitor-,use days 7#a7 ,in general ,a recreation service provider holding a special recreation permit described in paragraph 7#ac77;,a77iv7 of section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by this title7 may-- 7,a7 notify the ,secretary concerned of an inability to use visitor-use days annually allocated to the recreation service provider under the special recreation permit2 and 7,b7 surrender to the ,secretary concerned the unused visitor-use days for the applicable year for temporary reassignment under section #cah7;b74 7#b7 ,determination ,to ensure a recreation service provider described in paragraph 7#a7 is able to make an informed decision before surrendering any unused visitor-use day under paragraph 7#a77;,b71 the ,secretary concerned shall1 on the request of the applicable recreation service provider1 determine and notify the recreation service provider whether the unused visitor-use day meets the requirement described in section #cag7;b77#c77;,b7 before the recreation service provider surrenders the unused visitor-use day4 7d7 ,effect ,nothing in this section affects any authority of1 regulation issued by1 or decision of the ,secretary concerned relating to the use of electric bicycles on ,federal recreational lands and waters under any other ,federal law4 #cad4 ,permit administration 7a7 ,permit availability 7#a7 ,notifications of permit availability 7,a7 ,in general ,except as provided in subparagraph 7,b71 in an area of ,federal recreational lands and waters in which use by recreation service providers is allocated1 if the ,secretary concerned determines that visitor-use days are available for allocation to recreation service providers or holders of a commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding1 the ,secretary concerned shall publish that information on the website of the agency that administers the applicable area of ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7,b7 ,effect ,nothing in this paragraph-- 7i7 applies to-- 7,i7 the reissuance of an existing special recreation permit or commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding2 or 7,,ii7 the issuance of a new special recreation permit or new commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding issued to the purchaser of-- 7aa7 a recreation service provider that is the holder of an existing special recreation permit2 or 7bb7 a holder of an existing commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding2 or 7ii7 creates a prerequisite to the issuance of a special recreation permit or commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding or otherwise limits the authority of the ,secretary concerned-- 7,i7 to issue a new special recreation permit or new commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding2 or 7,,ii7 to add a new or additional use to an existing special recreation permit or an existing commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding4 7#b7 ,updates ,the ,secretary concerned shall ensure that information published on the website under this subsection is consistently updated to provide current and correct information to the public4 7#c7 ,electronic mail notifications ,the ,secretary concerned shall establish a system by which potential applicants for special recreation permits or commercial use authorizations for outfitting and guiding may subscribe to receive notification by electronic mail of the availability of special recreation permits under section #hjc7;h77#a7 of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjb7 7as amended by this title7 or commercial use authorizations for outfitting and guiding4 7b7 ,permit application or proposal acknowledgment ,not later than #fj days after the date on which the ,secretary concerned receives a completed application or a complete proposal for a special recreation permit under section #hjc7;h77#a7 of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjb7 7as amended by this title71 the ,secretary concerned shall-- 7#a7 provide to the applicant notice acknowledging receipt of the application or proposal2 and 7#b7 7,a7 issue a final decision with respect to the application or proposal2 or 7,b7 provide to the applicant notice of a projected date for a final decision on the application or proposal4 7c7 ,effect ,nothing in this section applies to a concession contract issued by the ,national ,park ,service for the provision of accommodations1 facilities1 or services4 #cae4 ,service ,first ,initiative2 ,permits for multijurisdictional trips 7a7 ,repeal ,section #ccj of the ,department of the ,interior and ,related ,agencies ,appropriations ,act1 #bjja 7#dc ,u4,s4,c4 #agjc71 is repealed4 7b7 ,cooperative action and sharing of resources by the secretaries of the interior and agriculture 7#a7 ,in general ,for fiscal year #bjbd1 and each fiscal year thereafter1 the ,secretaries may carry out an initiative1 to be known as the ,service ,first ,initiative1 under which the ,secretaries1 or ,federal land management agencies within their departments1 may-- 7,a7 establish programs to conduct projects1 planning1 permitting1 leasing1 contracting1 and other activities1 either jointly or on behalf of one another2 7,b7 co-locate in ,federal offices and facilities leased by an agency of the ,department of the ,interior or the ,department of ,agriculture2 and 7,c7 issue rules to test the feasibility of issuing unified permits1 applications1 and leases1 subject to the limitations in this section4 7#b7 ,delegations of authority ,the ,secretaries may make reciprocal delegations of the respective authorities1 duties1 and responsibilities of the ,secretaries in support of the ,service ,first ,initiative agency-wide to promote customer service and efficiency4 7#c7 ,effect ,nothing in this section alters1 expands1 or limits the applicability of any law 7including regulations7 to land administered by the ,bureau of ,land ,management1 ,national ,park ,service1 ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service1 or the ,forest ,service or matters under the jurisdiction of any other bureaus or offices of the ,department of the ,interior or the ,department of ,agriculture1 as applicable4 7#d7 ,transfers of funding ,subject to the availability of appropriations and to facilitate the sharing of resources under the ,service ,first ,initiative1 the ,secretaries are authorized to mutually transfer funds between1 or reimburse amounts expended from1 appropriate accounts of either ,department on an annual basis1 including transfers and reimbursements for multiyear projects1 except that this authority may not be used in a manner that circumvents requirements or limitations imposed on the use of any of the funds so transferred or reimbursed4 7#e7 ,report ,the ,secretaries shall submit an annual report to the ,committee on ,natural ,resources of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,energy and ,natural ,resources of the ,senate describing the activities undertaken as part of the ,service ,first ,initiative in the prior year4 7c7 ,pilot program for special recreation permits for multijurisdictional trips 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretaries shall establish a pilot program to offer to a person seeking an authorization for a multijurisdictional trip a set of separate special recreation permits or commercial use authorizations that authorizes the use of each unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters on which the multijurisdictional trip occurs1 subject to the authorities that apply to the applicable unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7#b7 ,minimum number of permits ,not later than #d years after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretaries shall issue not fewer than #aj sets of separate special recreation permits described in paragraph 7#ac77;,a77iv7 of section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by this title7 or commercial use authorizations under the pilot program established under paragraph 7#a74 7#c7 ,lead agencies ,in carrying out the pilot program established under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretaries shall-- 7,a7 designate a lead agency for issuing and administering a set of separate special recreation permits or commercial use authorizations2 and 7,b7 select not fewer than #d offices at which a person shall be able to apply for a set of separate special recreation permits or commercial use authorizations1 of which-- 7i7 not fewer than #b offices are managed by the ,secretary2 and 7ii7 not fewer than #b offices are managed by the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 acting through the ,chief of the ,forest ,service4 7#d7 ,retention of authority by the applicable secretary ,each of the ,secretaries shall retain the authority to enforce the terms1 stipulations1 conditions1 and agreements in a set of separate special recreation permits or commercial use authorizations issued under the pilot program established under paragraph 7#a7 that apply specifically to the use occurring on the ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by the applicable ,secretary1 under the authorities that apply to the applicable ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7#e7 ,option to apply for separate special recreation permits or commercial use authorizations ,a person seeking the appropriate permits or authorizations for a multijurisdictional trip may apply for-- 7,a7 a separate special recreation permit or commercial use authorization for the use of each unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters on which the multijurisdictional trip occurs2 or 7,b7 a set of separate special recreational permits or commercial use authorizations made available under the pilot program established under paragraph 7#a74 7#f7 ,effect ,nothing in this subsection applies to a concession contract issued by the ,national ,park ,service for the provision of accommodations1 facilities1 or services4 #caf4 ,forest ,service and ,bureau of ,land ,management temporary special recreation permits for outfitting and guiding 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this title1 the ,secretary concerned shall establish and implement a program to authorize the issuance of temporary special recreation permits for new or additional recreational uses of ,federal recreational land and water managed by the ,forest ,service and the ,bureau of ,land ,management4 7b7 ,term of temporary permits ,a temporary special recreation permit issued under paragraph 7#a7 shall be issued for a period of not more than #b years4 7c7 ,conversion to long-term permit ,if the ,secretary concerned determines that a permittee under paragraph 7#a7 has completed #b years of satisfactory operation under the permit proposed to be converted1 the ,secretary may provide for the conversion of a temporary special recreation permit issued under paragraph 7#a7 to a long-term special recreation permit4 7d7 ,effect ,nothing in this subsection alters or affects the authority of the ,secretary to issue a special recreation permit under subsection 7h77#a7 of section #hjc of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjb7 7as amended by this title74 #cag4 ,reviews for long-term permits 7a7 ,monitoring ,the ,secretary concerned shall monitor each recreation service provider issued a special recreation permit for compliance with the terms of the permit-- 7#a7 not less than annually or as frequently as needed 7as determined by the ,secretary concerned71 in the case of a temporary special recreation permit for outfitting and guiding issued under section #caf2 and 7#b7 not less than once every #b years or as frequently as needed 7as determined by the ,secretary concerned71 in the case of a special recreation permit described in paragraph 7#ac77;,a77iv77,i7 of section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by this title7 that is issued for a term of not more than #aj years4 7b7 ,use-of-,allocation reviews 7#a7 ,in general ,if the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 acting through the ,chief of the ,forest ,service1 or the ,secretary1 as applicable1 allocates visitor-use days among special recreation permits for outfitting and guiding1 the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 acting through the ,chief of the ,forest ,service1 shall1 and the ,secretary may1 review the use by the recreation service provider of the visitor-use days allocated under a long-term special recreation permit described in paragraph 7#ac77;,a77iv77,i7 of section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by this title71 once every #e years4 7#b7 ,requirements of the review ,in conducting a review under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary concerned shall determine-- 7,a7 the number of visitor-use days that the recreation service provider used each year under the special recreation permit1 in accordance with paragraph 7#c72 and 7,b7 the year in which the recreation service provider used the most visitor-use days under the special recreation permit4 7#c7 ,consideration of surrendered1 unused visitor-use days ,for the purposes of determining the number of visitor-use days a recreation service provider used in a specified year under paragraph 7#b77;,a71 the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 acting through the ,chief of the ,forest ,service1 and the ,secretary1 as applicable1 shall consider an unused visitor-use day that has been surrendered under section #cac7;c77#a77;,b7 as-- 7,a7 #ab of a visitor-use day used2 or 7,b7 #a visitor-use day used1 if the ,secretary concerned determines the use of the allocated visitor-use day had been or will be prevented by a circumstance beyond the control of the recreation service provider4 #cah4 ,adjustment of allocated visitor-use days 7a7 ,adjustments following use of allocation reviews ,on the completion of a use-of-allocation review conducted under section #cag7;b7 for a special recreation permit described in paragraph 7#ac77;,a77iv77,i7 of section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by this title71 the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 acting through the ,chief of the ,forest ,service1 or the ,secretary1 as applicable1 shall adjust the number of visitor-use days allocated to a recreation service provider under the special recreation permit as follows3 7#a7 ,if the ,secretary concerned determines that the performance of the recreation service provider was satisfactory during the most recent review conducted under subsection 7a7 of section #cag1 the annual number of visitor-use days allocated for each remaining year of the permit shall be equal to #abe percent of the number of visitor-use days used1 as determined under subsection 7b77#b77;,a7 of that section1 during the year identified under subsection 7b77#b77;,b7 of that section1 not to exceed the level allocated to the recreation service provider on the date on which the special recreation permit was issued4 7#b7 ,if the ,secretary concerned determines the performance of the recreation service provider is less than satisfactory during the most recent performance review conducted under subsection 7a7 of section #cag1 the annual number of visitor-use days allocated for each remaining year of the special recreation permit shall be equal to not more than #ajj percent of the number of visitor-use days used1 as determined under subsection 7b77#b77;,a7 of that section during the year identified under subsection 7b77#b77;,b7 of that section4 7b7 ,temporary reassignment of unused ,visitor-,use days ,the ,secretary concerned may temporarily assign unused visitor-use days1 made available under section #cac7;c77#a77;,b71 to-- 7#a7 any other existing or potential recreation service provider1 notwithstanding the number of visitor-use days allocated to the special recreation permit holder under the special recreation permit held or to be held by the recreation service provider2 or 7#b7 any existing or potential holder of a special recreation permit described in clause 7i7 or 7iii7 of paragraph 7#ac77;,a7 of section #hjb of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhja7 7as amended by this title71 including the public4 7c7 ,additional capacity ,if unallocated visitor-use days are available1 the ,secretary concerned may1 at any time1 amend a special recreation permit to allocate additional visitor-use days to a qualified recreation service provider4 #cai4 ,liability 7a7 ,insurance requirements 7#a7 ,in general ,except as provided in paragraph 7#b71 as a condition of issuing a special recreation permit under subsection 7h77#a77;,b7 of section #hjc of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjb7 7as amended by this title7 or a commercial use authorization1 the ,secretary concerned may require the holder of the special recreation permit or commercial use authorization to have a commercial general liability insurance policy that-- 7,a7 is commensurate with the level of risk of the activities to be conducted under the special recreation permit or commercial use authorization2 and 7,b7 includes the ,united ,states as an additional insured in an endorsement to the applicable policy4 7#b7 ,exception ,the ,secretary concerned shall not require a holder of a special recreation permit or commercial use authorization for low-risk activities1 as determined by the ,secretary concerned1 including commemorative ceremonies and participation by the public in a recreation activity or recreation use of a specific area of ,federal recreational lands and waters in which use by the public is allocated1 to comply with the requirements of paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,indemnification by governmental entities ,the ,secretary concerned shall not require a ,state1 ,state agency1 ,state institution1 or political subdivision of a ,state to indemnify the ,united ,states for tort liability as a condition for issuing a special recreation permit or commercial use authorization to the extent the ,state1 ,state agency1 ,state institution1 or political subdivision of a ,state is precluded by ,state law from providing indemnification to the ,united ,states for tort liability1 if the ,state1 ,state agency1 ,state institution1 or political subdivision of the ,state maintains the minimum amount of liability insurance coverage required by the ,federal land management agency for the activities conducted under the special recreation permit or commercial use authorization in the form of-- 7#a7 a commercial general liability insurance policy1 which includes the ,united ,states as an additional insured in an endorsement to the policy1 if the ,state is authorized to obtain commercial general liability insurance by ,state law2 7#b7 self-insurance1 which covers the ,united ,states as an additional insured1 if authorized by ,state law2 or 7#c7 a combination of the coverage described in paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b74 7c7 ,exculpatory agreements 7#a7 ,in general ,except as provided in paragraph 7#b71 a ,federal land management agency shall not implement1 administer1 or enforce any regulation1 guidance1 or policy prohibiting the use of an exculpatory agreement between a recreation service provider or a holder of a commercial use authorization and a customer relating to services provided under a special recreation permit or a commercial use authorization4 7#b7 ,requirements ,any exculpatory agreement used by a recreation service provider or holder of a commercial use authorization for an activity authorized under a special recreation permit or commercial use authorization-- 7,a7 shall shield the ,united ,states from any liability1 if otherwise allowable under ,federal law2 and 7,b7 shall not waive any liability of the recreation service provider or holder of the commercial use authorization that may not be waived under the laws 7including common law7 of the applicable ,state or for gross negligence1 recklessness1 or willful misconduct4 7#c7 ,consistency ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretaries shall-- 7,a7 review the policies of the ,secretaries pertaining to the use of exculpatory agreements by recreation service providers and holders of commercial use authorizations2 and 7,b7 revise any policy described in subparagraph 7,a7 as necessary to make the policies of the ,secretaries pertaining to the use of exculpatory agreements by recreation service providers and holders of commercial use authorizations consistent with this subsection and across all ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7d7 ,effect ,nothing in this section applies to a concession contract issued by the ,national ,park ,service for the provision of accommodations1 facilities1 or services4 #cbj4 ,cost recovery reform 7a7 ,cost recovery for special recreation permits ,in addition to a fee collected under section #hjc of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjb7 or any other authorized fee collected by the ,secretary concerned1 the ,secretary concerned may assess and collect a reasonable fee from an applicant for1 or holder of1 a special recreation permit to recover administrative costs incurred by the ,secretary concerned for-- 7#a7 processing a proposal or application for the special recreation permit2 7#b7 issuing the special recreation permit2 and 7#c7 monitoring the special recreation permit to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the special recreation permit4 7b7 ,de minimis exemption from cost recovery ,if the administrative costs described in subsection 7a7 are assessed on an hourly basis1 the ,secretary concerned shall-- 7#a7 establish an hourly de minimis threshold that exempts a specified number of hours from the assessment and collection of administrative costs described in subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 charge an applicant only for any hours that exceed the de minimis threshold4 7c7 ,multiple applications ,if the ,secretary concerned collectively processes multiple applications for special recreation permits for the same or similar services in the same unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters1 the ,secretary concerned shall1 to the extent practicable-- 7#a7 assess from the applicants the fee described in subsection 7a7 on a prorated basis2 and 7#b7 apply the exemption described in subsection 7b7 to each applicant on an individual basis4 7d7 ,limitation ,the ,secretary concerned shall not assess or collect administrative costs under this section for a programmatic environmental review4 7e7 ,cost reduction ,to the maximum extent practicable1 the agency processing an application for a special recreation permit shall use existing studies and analysis to reduce the quantity of work and costs necessary to process the application4 #cba4 ,availability of ,federal1 ,state1 and local recreation passes 7a7 ,in general ,the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act is amended by inserting after section #hje 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjd7 the following3 #hje;,a4 ,availability of ,federal1 ,state1 and local recreation passes 7a7 ,establishment of program 7#a7 ,in general ,to improve the availability of ,federal1 ,state1 and local outdoor recreation passes1 the ,secretaries are encouraged to coordinate with ,states and counties regarding the availability of ,federal1 ,state1 and local recreation passes to allow a purchaser to buy a ,federal recreation pass1 ,state recreation pass1 and local recreation pass in a single transaction4 7#b7 ,included passes ,passes covered by the program established under paragraph 7#a7 include-- 7,a7 an ,america the ,beautiful--the ,national ,parks and ,federal ,recreational ,lands ,pass under section #hje2 and 7,b7 any pass covering any fees charged by participating ,states and counties for entrance and recreational use of parks and public land in the participating ,states4 7b7 ,agreements with states and counties 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretaries1 after consultation with the ,states and counties1 may enter into agreements with ,states and counties to coordinate the availability of passes as described in subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,revenue from pass sales ,agreements between the ,secretaries1 ,states1 and counties entered into pursuant to this section shall ensure that-- 7,a7 funds from the sale of ,state or local passes are transferred to the appropriate ,state agency or county government2 7,b7 funds from the sale of ,federal passes are transferred to the appropriate ,federal agency2 and 7,c7 fund transfers are completed by the end of a fiscal year for all pass sales occurring during the fiscal year4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the table of contents for the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #hje the following3 ,sec4 #hje;,a4 ,availability of ,federal1 ,state1 and local recreation passes4 4 #cbb4 ,online purchases and establishment of a digital version of ,america the ,beautiful--,the ,national ,parks and ,federal ,recreational ,lands ,passes 7a7 ,online purchases of ,america the ,beautiful-,the ,national ,parks and ,federal ,recreational ,lands ,pass ,section #hje7;a77#f7 of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjd7;a77#f77 is amended by striking subparagraph 7,a7 and inserting the following3 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretaries shall sell or otherwise make available the ,national ,parks and ,federal ,recreational ,lands ,pass-- 7i7 at all ,federal recreational lands and waters at which-- 7,i7 an entrance fee or a standard amenity recreation fee is charged2 and 7,,ii7 such sales or distribution of the ,pass is feasible2 7ii7 at such other locations as the ,secretaries consider appropriate and feasible2 and 7iii7 through a prominent link to a centralized pass sale system on the website of each of the ,federal land management agencies and the websites of the relevant units and subunits of those agencies1 which shall include information about where and when a ,national ,parks and ,federal ,recreational ,lands ,pass may be used4 4 7b7 ,digital version of the ,america the ,beautiful--,the ,national ,parks and ,federal ,recreation ,lands ,pass ,section #hje7;a7 of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjd7;a77 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#aj7 ,digital recreation passes ,not later than ,january #a1 #bjbf1 the ,secretaries shall-- 7,a7 establish a digital version of the ,national ,parks and ,federal ,recreational ,lands ,pass that is able to be stored on a mobile device1 including with respect to free and discounted passes2 and 7,b7 upon completion of a transaction for a ,national ,parks and ,federal ,recreational ,lands ,pass1 make immediately available to the passholder a digital version of the ,national ,parks and ,federal ,recreational ,lands ,pass established under subparagraph 7,a74 4 7c7 ,entrance pass and amenity fees ,section #hjc of the ,federal ,lands ,recreation ,enhancement ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhjb7 7as amended by this title7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7j7 ,online payments 7#a7 ,in general ,in addition to providing onsite payment methods1 the ,secretaries may collect payment online for-- 7,a7 entrance fees under subsection 7e72 7,b7 standard amenity recreation fees under subsection 7f72 7,c7 expanded amenity recreation fees under subsection 7g72 and 7,d7 special recreation permit fees4 7#b7 ,distribution of online payments ,an online payment collected under paragraph 7#a7 that is associated with a specific unit or area of a ,federal land management agency shall be distributed in accordance with section #hje7;c74 4 #cbc4 ,savings provision ,nothing in this subtitle1 or in any amendment made by this subtitle1 shall be construed as affecting the authority or responsibility of the ,secretary of the ,interior to award concessions contracts for the provision of accommodations1 facilities1 and services1 or commercial use authorizations to provide services1 to visitors to ,u4,s4 ,fish and ,wildlife ,service refuges or units of the ,national ,park ,system pursuant to subchapter ,,ii of chapter #ajai of title #ed1 ,united ,states ,code 7formerly known as the ,national ,park ,service ,concessions ,management ,improvement ,act of #aiih71 except that sections #cad7;a71 #cae1 #cai7;a71 #cai7;b71 and #cai7;c7 of this subtitle shall also apply to commercial use authorizations under that ,act4 ,b ,making ,recreation a ,priority #cca4 ,extension of seasonal recreation opportunities 7a7 ,definition of seasonal closure ,in this section1 the term seasonal closure means any period during which-- 7#a7 a unit1 or portion of a unit1 of ,federal recreational lands and waters is closed to the public for a continuous period of #cj days or more1 excluding temporary closures relating to wildlife conservation or public safety2 and 7#b7 permitted or allowable recreational activities1 which provide an economic benefit1 including off-season or winter-season tourism1 do not take place at the unit1 or portion of a unit1 of ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7b7 ,coordination 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretaries shall consult and coordinate with outdoor recreation-related businesses operating on1 or adjacent to1 a unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters1 ,state offices of outdoor recreation1 local destination marketing organizations1 applicable trade organizations1 nonprofit organizations1 ,indian ,tribes1 local governments1 and institutions of higher education-- 7,a7 to better understand-- 7i7 trends with respect to visitors to the unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters2 7ii7 the effect of seasonal closures on areas of1 or infrastructure on1 units of ,federal recreational lands and waters on outdoor recreation opportunities1 adjacent businesses1 and local tax revenue2 and 7iii7 opportunities to extend the period of time during which areas of1 or infrastructure on1 units of ,federal recreational lands and waters are open to the public to increase outdoor recreation opportunities and associated revenues for businesses and local governments2 and 7,b7 to solicit input from1 and provide information for1 outdoor recreation marketing campaigns4 7#b7 ,local coordination ,as part of the consultation and coordination required under subparagraph 7#a71 the ,secretaries shall encourage relevant unit managers of ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by the ,forest ,service1 the ,bureau of ,land ,management1 and the ,national ,park ,service to consult and coordinate with local governments1 ,indian ,tribes1 outdoor recreation-related businesses1 and other local stakeholders operating on or adjacent to the relevant unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7d7 ,extensions beyond seasonal closures 7#a7 ,extension of recreational season ,in the case of a unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters managed by the ,forest ,service1 the ,bureau of ,land ,management1 or the ,national ,park ,service in which recreational use is highly seasonal1 the ,secretary concerned1 acting through the relevant unit manager1 may-- 7,a7 as appropriate1 extend the recreation season or increase recreation use in a sustainable manner during the offseason2 and 7,b7 make information about extended season schedules and related recreational opportunities available to the public and local communities4 7#b7 ,determination ,in determining whether to extend the recreation season under this subsection1 the ,secretary concerned1 acting through the relevant unit manager1 shall consider the benefits of extending the recreation season-- 7,a7 for the duration of income to gateway communities2 and 7,b7 to provide more opportunities to visit resources on units of ,federal recreational lands and waters to reduce crowding during peak visitation4 7#c7 ,clarification ,nothing in this subsection precludes the ,secretary concerned1 acting through the relevant unit manager1 from providing for additional recreational opportunities and uses at times other than those described in this subsection4 7#d7 ,inclusions ,an extension of a recreation season or an increase in recreation use during the offseason under paragraph 7#a7 may include-- 7,a7 the addition of facilities that would increase recreation use during the offseason2 and 7,b7 improvement of access to the relevant unit to extend the recreation season4 7#e7 ,requirement ,an extension of a recreation season or increase in recreation use during the offseason under paragraph 7#a7 shall be done in compliance with all applicable ,federal laws1 regulations1 and policies1 including land use plans4 7#f7 ,agreements 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned may enter into agreements with businesses1 local governments1 or other entities to share the cost of additional expenses necessary to extend the period of time during which an area of1 or infrastructure on1 a unit of ,federal recreational lands and waters is made open to the public4 7,b7 ,in-kind contributions ,the ,secretary concerned may accept in-kind contributions of goods and services provided by businesses1 local governments1 or other entities for purposes of paragraph 7#a74 ,c ,maintenance of ,public ,land #cda4 ,volunteers in the ,national ,forests and ,public ,lands ,act ,the ,volunteers in the ,national ,forests ,act of #aigb 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #eeh;a et seq47 is amended to read as follows3 #a4 ,short title ,this ,act may be cited as the ,volunteers in the ,national ,forests and ,public ,lands ,act4 #b4 ,purpose ,the purpose of this ,act is to leverage volunteer engagement to supplement projects that are carried out by the ,secretaries to fulfill the missions of the ,forest ,service and the ,bureau of ,land ,management and are accomplished with appropriated funds4 #c4 ,definition of ,secretaries ,in this ,act1 the term ,secretaries means each of-- 7#a7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 acting through the ,chief of the ,forest ,service2 and 7#b7 the ,secretary of the ,interior1 acting through the ,director of the ,bureau of ,land ,management4 #d4 ,authorization ,the ,secretaries are authorized to recruit1 train1 and accept without regard to the civil service and classification laws1 rules1 or regulations the services of individuals without compensation as volunteers for or in aid of recreation access1 trail construction or maintenance1 facility construction or maintenance1 educational uses 7including outdoor classroom construction or maintenance71 interpretive functions1 visitor services1 conservation measures and development1 or other activities in and related to areas administered by the ,secretaries4 ,in carrying out this section1 the ,secretaries shall consider referrals of prospective volunteers made by the ,corporation for ,national and ,community ,service4 #e4 ,incidental expenses ,the ,secretaries are authorized to provide for incidental expenses1 such as transportation1 uniforms1 lodging1 training1 equipment1 and subsistence4 #f4 ,consideration as ,federal employee 7a7 ,except as otherwise provided in this section1 a volunteer shall not be deemed a ,federal employee and shall not be subject to the provisions of law relating to ,federal employment1 including those relating to hours of work1 rates of compensation1 leave1 unemployment compensation1 and ,federal employee benefits4 7b7 ,for the purpose of the tort claim provisions of title #bh1 ,united ,states ,code1 a volunteer under this ,act shall be considered a ,federal employee4 7c7 ,for the purposes of subchapter ,i of chapter #ha of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 relating to compensation to ,federal employees for work injuries1 volunteers under this ,act shall be deemed civil employees of the ,united ,states within the meaning of the term employee as defined in section #haja of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 and the provisions of that subchapter shall apply4 7d7 ,for the purposes of claims relating to damage to1 or loss of1 personal property of a volunteer incident to volunteer service1 a volunteer under this ,act shall be considered a ,federal employee1 and the provisions of section #cgba of title #ca1 ,united ,states ,code1 shall apply4 7e7 ,for the purposes of subsections 7b71 7c71 and 7d71 the term volunteer includes a person providing volunteer services to either of the ,secretaries who-- 7#a7 is recruited1 trained1 and supported by a cooperator under a mutual benefit agreement or cooperative agreement with either of the ,secretaries2 and 7#b7 performs such volunteer services under the supervision of the cooperator as directed by either of the ,secretaries in the mutual benefit agreement or cooperative agreement in the mutual benefit agreement1 including direction that specifies-- 7,a7 the volunteer services1 including the geographic boundaries of the work to be performed by the volunteers1 and the supervision to be provided by the cooperator2 7,b7 the applicable project safety standards and protocols to be adhered to by the volunteers and enforced by the cooperator2 7,c7 the on-site visits to be made by either of the ,secretaries1 if feasible and only if necessary to verify that volunteers are performing the volunteer services and the cooperator is providing the supervision agreed upon2 7,d7 the equipment the volunteers are authorized to use2 7,e7 the training the volunteers are required to complete2 7,f7 the actions the volunteers are authorized to take2 and 7,g7 any other terms and conditions that are determined to be necessary by the applicable ,secretary4 #g4 ,promotion of volunteer opportunities ,the ,secretaries shall promote volunteer opportunities in areas administered by the ,secretaries4 #h4 ,liability insurance ,the ,secretaries shall not require a cooperator or volunteer 7as those terms are used in section #f7 to have liability insurance to provide the volunteer services authorized under this ,act4 4 #cdb4 ,reference ,any reference to the ,volunteers in the ,national ,forests ,act of #aigb in any law1 regulation1 map1 document1 record1 or other paper of the ,united ,states shall be deemed to be a reference to the ,volunteers in the ,national ,forests and ,public ,land ,act4 ,d ,recreation ,not ,red ,tape #cea4 ,good neighbor authority for recreation 7a7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,authorized recreation services ,the term authorized recreation services means similar and complementary recreation enhancement or improvement services carried out-- 7,a7 on ,federal land1 non-,federal land1 or land owned by an ,indian ,tribe2 and 7,b7 by either the ,secretary or a ,governor1 ,indian ,tribe1 or county1 as applicable1 pursuant to a good neighbor agreement4 7#b7 ,county ,the term county means-- 7,a7 the appropriate executive official of an affected county2 or 7,b7 in any case in which multiple counties are affected1 the appropriate executive official of a compact of the affected counties4 7#c7 ,federal land ,the term ,federal land means land that is-- 7,a7 owned and administered by the ,united ,states as a part of-- 7i7 the ,national ,forest ,system2 or 7ii7 the ,national ,park ,system2 or 7,b7 public lands 7as defined in section #ajc of the ,federal ,land ,policy and ,management ,act of #aigf 7#dc ,u4,s4,c4 #agjb774 7#d7 ,recreation enhancement or improvement services ,the term recreation enhancement or improvement services means-- 7,a7 establishing1 repairing1 restoring1 improving1 relocating1 constructing1 or reconstructing new or existing-- 7i7 trails or trailheads2 7ii7 campgrounds and camping areas2 7iii7 cabins2 7iv7 picnic areas or other day use areas2 7v7 shooting ranges2 7vi7 restroom or shower facilities2 7vii7 paved or permanent roads or parking areas that serve existing recreation facilities or areas2 7viii7 fishing piers1 wildlife viewing platforms1 docks1 or other constructed features at a recreation site2 7ix7 boat landings2 7x7 hunting or fishing sites2 7xi7 infrastructure within ski areas2 or 7xii7 visitor centers or other interpretative sites2 and 7,b7 activities that create1 improve1 or restore access to existing recreation facilities or areas4 7#e7 ,good neighbor agreement ,the term good neighbor agreement means a cooperative agreement or contract 7including a sole source contract7 entered into between the ,secretary and a ,governor1 ,indian ,tribe1 or county1 as applicable1 to carry out authorized recreation services under this title4 7#f7 ,governor ,the term ,governor means the ,governor or any other appropriate executive official of an affected ,state or the ,commonwealth of ,puerto ,rico4 7#g7 ,secretary concerned ,the term ,secretary concerned means-- 7,a7 the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 with respect to ,national ,forest ,system land2 and 7,b7 the ,secretary of the ,interior1 with respect to ,national ,park ,system land and public lands4 7b7 ,good neighbor agreements for recreation 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned may enter into a good neighbor agreement with a ,governor1 ,indian ,tribe1 or county to carry out authorized recreation services in accordance with this title4 7#b7 ,public availability ,the ,secretary concerned shall make each good neighbor agreement available to the public4 7#c7 ,financial and technical assistance 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary concerned may provide financial or technical assistance to a ,governor1 ,indian ,tribe1 or county carrying out authorized recreation services4 7,b7 ,additional treatments of revenue ,section #hbjf7;b77#b77;,c7 of the ,agricultural ,act of #bjad 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #baac;a7b77#b77;,c77 is amended to read as follows3 7,c7 ,treatment of revenue 7i7 ,in general ,funds received from the sale of timber by a ,governor1 ,indian ,tribe1 or county under a good neighbor agreement shall be retained and used by the ,governor1 ,indian ,tribe1 or county1 as applicable-- 7,i7 to carry out authorized restoration services on under the good neighbor agreement2 and 7,,ii7 if there are funds remaining after carrying out clause 7i71 to carry out-- 7aa7 authorized restoration services under other good neighbor agreements2 or 7bb7 authorized recreation services under the ,good ,neighbor ,authority for ,recreation ,act4 7ii7 ,termination of effectiveness ,the authority provided under this subparagraph terminates effective ,october #a1 #bjbh4 4 7#d7 ,retention of nepa responsibilities ,any decision required to be made under the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 with respect to any authorized recreation services to be provided under this section on ,federal land shall not be delegated to a ,governor1 ,indian ,tribe1 or county4 #ceb4 ,permit relief for picnic areas 7a7 ,in general ,if the ,secretary concerned does not require the public to obtain a permit or reservation to access a picnic area on ,federal recreational lands and waters administered by the ,forest ,service or the ,bureau of ,land ,management1 the ,secretary concerned shall not require a covered person to obtain a permit solely to access the picnic area4 7b7 ,covered person defined ,in this section1 the term covered person means a person 7including an educational group7 that provides outfitting and guiding services to fewer than #dj customers per year at a picnic area described in subsection 7a74 #cec4 ,interagency report on special recreation permits for underserved communities 7a7 ,covered community defined ,in this section1 the term covered community means a rural or urban community1 including an ,indian ,tribe1 that is-- 7#a7 low-income or underserved2 and 7#b7 has been underrepresented in outdoor recreation opportunities on ,federal recreational lands and waters4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #c years after the date of the enactment of this title1 the ,secretaries1 acting jointly1 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-- 7#a7 the estimated use of special recreation permits serving covered communities2 7#b7 examples of special recreation permits1 partnerships1 cooperative agreements1 or other arrangements providing access to ,federal recreational lands and waters for covered communities2 7#c7 other ways covered communities are engaging on ,federal recreational lands and waters1 including through stewardship and conservation projects or activities2 7#d7 any barriers for existing or prospective recreation service providers and holders of commercial use authorizations operating within or serving a covered community2 and 7#e7 any recommendations to facilitate and increase permitted access to ,federal recreational lands and waters for covered communities4 #ced4 ,modernizing ,access to ,our ,public ,land ,act amendments ,the ,modernizing ,access to ,our ,public ,land ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhea et seq47 is amended-- 7#a7 in section #c7a7 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fheb7a771 by striking public outdoor recreational use and inserting recreation sites2 7#b7 in section #e7;a77#d7 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhed7;a77#d771 by striking permanently restricted or prohibited and inserting regulated or closed2 and 7#c7 in section #f7;b7 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fhee7;b77-- 7,a7 by striking may and inserting shall2 and 7,b7 by striking the ,secretary of the ,interior and inserting the ,secretaries4 #cee4 ,savings provision ,no additional ,federal funds are authorized to carry out the requirements of this ,act and the activities authorized by this ,act are subject to the availability of appropriations made in advance for such purposes4 ,passed the ,house of ,representatives ,april #i1 #bjbd4,kevin ,f4 ,mc,cumber1,clerk4