Activating National Parks in Cities Act

This bill, titled the "Activating National Parks in Cities Act," aims to expand the mission of the National Park Service (NPS) by explicitly including the promotion of active use within its System units located in urban areas. This amendment would integrate community engagement and local enjoyment directly into the core purpose of the NPS for these specific sites. The legislation defines "active use" as any utilization that prioritizes current enjoyment by people and improves their quality of life. This encompasses a variety of amenities and activities, such as playgrounds pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly infrastructure sports and recreation facilities community events programming concessions . By clearly defining "urban area" based on decennial census data, the bill provides a precise framework for implementing this expanded mission, encouraging more dynamic and community-focused use of national park sites in cities.