{"id":11441,"date":"2025-12-25T07:31:50","date_gmt":"2025-12-25T14:31:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/?p=11441"},"modified":"2025-12-25T07:31:50","modified_gmt":"2025-12-25T14:31:50","slug":"public-lands-congress-passed-the-new-explore-act","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/?p=11441","title":{"rendered":"Public Lands &#8211; Congress Passed the &#8220;New Explore Act&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-25-071531.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11442\" src=\"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-25-071531.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"623\" height=\"699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-25-071531.jpg 623w, https:\/\/sbbch.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-25-071531-267x300.jpg 267w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 623px) 100vw, 623px\" \/><\/a><strong>Watch Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAA\" data-processed=\"true\">The\u00a0<strong class=\"Yjhzub\"><a class=\"GI370e\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=EXPLORE+Act&amp;rlz=1C1VDKB_enUS1190US1190&amp;oq=new+explorer+act&amp;gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIICAEQABgWGB4yCAgCEAAYFhgeMggIAxAAGBYYHjIICAQQABgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIKCAcQABgKGBYYHjIICAgQABgWGB4yCAgJEAAYFhge0gEKMTI2NzNqMGoxNagCCLACAfEFEHfX7--QsVjxBRB31-_vkLFY&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;mstk=AUtExfBp2e8jEYwiGQUQXa5GFEwcbMT2EUrXYQEnPqJ11fP44Zxf_g1pzNle9E_7A6bCO83nvJuvNLZ5wLgHwMlPHKOf0WI6x9jLLuf5d-UHc0vQ87TEoC-dHOKJ10nMKzVD_q3uyV474oY0V5_5XzIBOCVAcT2mAWciXqNas88-kSInrBE&amp;csui=3&amp;ved=2ahUKEwj-_djx-diRAxU8EzQIHdQYDxoQgK4QegQIARAB\" data-wiz-uids=\"JdKyqf_b\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwj-_djx-diRAxU8EzQIHdQYDxoQgK4QegQIARAB\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAQ\">EXPLORE Act<\/a>\u00a0(Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act)<\/strong>, signed into law in January 2025, is a bipartisan U.S. law designed to boost outdoor recreation on public lands by modernizing permits, improving infrastructure, supporting rural economies, and increasing access for all Americans, including veterans and underserved communities, through provisions like streamlined processes, new trails, and better camping facilities, while also protecting natural resources.<span class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"JdKyqf_c,JdKyqf_d,JdKyqf_e\"><span class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=JdKyqf_c\/TKHnVd;\">\u00a0<button class=\"rBl3me\" tabindex=\"0\" data-amic=\"true\" data-icl-uuid=\"5b92b2f9-1d5a-4cd4-826e-9651785a0cad\" aria-label=\"View related links\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"disabled=JdKyqf_c\/C5gNJc;class=JdKyqf_c\/UpSNec;\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwj-_djx-diRAxU8EzQIHdQYDxoQye0OegQIARAC\"><\/button><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\">Key Goals &amp; Provisions:<\/strong><button class=\"rBl3me\" tabindex=\"0\" data-amic=\"true\" data-icl-uuid=\"2438a3c7-fcd3-4192-81e4-121c01a22d63\" aria-label=\"View related links\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"disabled=JdKyqf_l\/C5gNJc;class=JdKyqf_l\/UpSNec;\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwj-_djx-diRAxU8EzQIHdQYDxoQye0OegQIAhAB\"><\/button><\/div>\n<ul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<li data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\">Streamlined Permitting:<\/strong>\u00a0Makes it easier for outfitters, guides, and nonprofits to operate on public lands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-hveid=\"CAMQAQ\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\">Improved Access:<\/strong>\u00a0Creates new bike trails, modernizes campgrounds, and helps underserved communities get parks and green spaces.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-hveid=\"CAMQAg\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\">Economic Support:<\/strong>\u00a0Benefits local economies, especially in rural areas, by supporting recreation businesses and infrastructure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-hveid=\"CAMQAw\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\">Modernization:<\/strong>\u00a0Updates technology and processes for visitor experiences, like online passes and better data.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-hveid=\"CAMQBA\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\">Inclusivity:<\/strong>\u00a0Includes provisions for adaptive trails for veterans and people with disabilities (like the Military &amp; Veterans in Parks Act).<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-hveid=\"CAMQBQ\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\">Expanded Opportunities:<\/strong>\u00a0Supports activities like shooting ranges, climbing, and camping.<\/span><span class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"JdKyqf_17,JdKyqf_18,JdKyqf_19\"><span class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=JdKyqf_17\/TKHnVd;\">\u00a0<button class=\"rBl3me\" tabindex=\"0\" data-amic=\"true\" data-icl-uuid=\"cf8012ba-4973-4a7f-af80-e9609632bda8\" aria-label=\"View related links\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"disabled=JdKyqf_17\/C5gNJc;class=JdKyqf_17\/UpSNec;\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwj-_djx-diRAxU8EzQIHdQYDxoQye0OegQIAxAG\"><\/button><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAQQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\">Why it&#8217;s Important:<\/strong><button class=\"rBl3me\" tabindex=\"0\" data-amic=\"true\" data-icl-uuid=\"e98a12d6-138d-49d9-b06b-4dc67311eb0b\" aria-label=\"View related links\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"disabled=JdKyqf_1j\/C5gNJc;class=JdKyqf_1j\/UpSNec;\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwj-_djx-diRAxU8EzQIHdQYDxoQye0OegQIBBAB\"><\/button><\/div>\n<ul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<li data-hveid=\"CAUQAA\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\">Comprehensive:<\/strong>\u00a0A package of multiple recreation-focused bills rolled into one.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-hveid=\"CAUQAQ\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\">Bipartisan:<\/strong>\u00a0Passed with broad support in Congress.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-hveid=\"CAUQAg\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\">Sustainable:<\/strong>\u00a0Aims to grow the outdoor economy without harming natural resources, preventing degradation at busy sites.<\/span><span class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"JdKyqf_1w,JdKyqf_1x,JdKyqf_1y\"><span class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=JdKyqf_1w\/TKHnVd;\">\u00a0<button class=\"rBl3me\" tabindex=\"0\" data-amic=\"true\" data-icl-uuid=\"d4bb39c5-a972-4a29-9772-714bafc0ebb4\" aria-label=\"View related links\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"disabled=JdKyqf_1w\/C5gNJc;class=JdKyqf_1w\/UpSNec;\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwj-_djx-diRAxU8EzQIHdQYDxoQye0OegQIBRAD\"><\/button><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAYQAA\" data-processed=\"true\">In essence, the EXPLORE Act makes it simpler and more accessible for more people to enjoy America&#8217;s public lands and waters.<span class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"JdKyqf_26,JdKyqf_27,JdKyqf_28\"><span class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=JdKyqf_26\/TKHnVd;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Watch Videos The\u00a0EXPLORE Act\u00a0(Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act), signed into law in January 2025, is a bipartisan U.S. law designed to boost outdoor recreation on public lands by modernizing permits, improving infrastructure, supporting rural economies, and increasing access for all Americans, including veterans and underserved communities, through provisions like streamlined processes, new trails, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15,48],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11441","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-current-events","category-public-lands"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11441","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=11441"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11441\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11443,"href":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11441\/revisions\/11443"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=11441"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=11441"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sbbch.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=11441"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}