Lawmakers Propose Fee on Foreign Visitors to U.S. National Parks

Legislation would allow national parks to raise entry fees for foreign visitors

Go deep enough into the trails at some of America's national parks and you'll notice the other patrons there with you are, as often as not, speaking a foreign language.

Lawmakers propose fee on foreign visitors to U.S. National Parks

Congressman Ryan Zinke and Senator Tim Sheehy are introducing new legislation that would add a surcharge for most foreign tourists visiting U.S. national parks, aiming to boost funding for public lands and rural communities.

Parks commission pushes for state to take over national parks during government shutdowns

An Arlington County commission is throwing its weight behind a proposal to have the state government take over operation of Virginia's national parks during federal shutdowns. The Park and Recreation Commission agreed last week to include that recommendation as part of its 2026 package of state legislative priorities. The advisory body's list will be forwarded to