House Committee on Natural Resources

Ready, Set, GAOA! Watch our field hearing in Hot Springs, Arkansas, now 👇 x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Today, @NatResources advanced the Great American Outdoors Act 250, bipartisan legislation to modernize and maintain America's national parks and recreation infrastructure. Alaska is home to some of the world's most iconic public lands, and investing in infrastructure and maintenance is critical to preserving access and ensuring responsible stewardship. As a proud cosponsor of this legislation, I'm pleased to support this effort to address maintenance backlogs and help ensure our public lands remain accessible for future generations of Americans.

As we prepare to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, it is the perfect moment to ensure our federal lands and national parks are cared for and protected. That’s why I joined my @NatResources Committee colleagues in advancing the Great American Outdoors Act 250 to improve public access and preserve these special places for generations to come.

H.R 9250 has passed out of Committee! The legislation enhances access, invests in some of our nation’s most treasured assets, creates new jobs and revitalizes rural, gateway economies. Read more ⬇️

As millions of Americans are preparing to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, we must ensure our national parks and public lands have the support they need. Today, the @NatResources Committee advanced the bipartisan Great American Outdoors Act 250 to make historic investments, expand access, and improve visitor experiences across our public lands for American families.

Wyoming pioneered the creation of our public lands system, and today I am proud to continue the tradition of caring for our most sacred landscapes by cosponsoring the Great American Outdoors Act 250. 🌲

Decline is a choice, but so is improvement. Heritage Action supports @RepWesterman 's Great American Outdoors Act 250 being advanced by @natresources today. It's time to revitalize our public lands and national parks, while creating new economic opportunities for all Americans.

Today, the @NatResources Committee, on which I serve, advanced the Great American Outdoors Act 250 to help address the maintenance backlog on our public lands, improve access for the people who use them, and ensure these lands remain available for future generations. Good stewardship begins with taking care of the assets we already have. By investing in needed repairs and infrastructure, we can better support recreation, public access, and responsible management of America’s public lands. #GAOA250

Hear Chairman @RepWesterman's opening statement in support of H.R. 9250 ⬇️ "From Yosemite's Giant Sequoias to the geysers of Yellowstone and the shores of Acadia, our national parks and public lands tell the story of America." -Chairman @RepWesterman

I recently had the opportunity to visit the XPRIZE Wildfire competition at Nenana Airport alongside Cathy Cahill, Director of the Alaska Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration. It was impressive to see firsthand how innovators are developing autonomous technologies that can detect and respond to wildfires faster than ever before. As Alaska faces increasingly challenging wildfire seasons, early detection and rapid response can mean the difference between a small ignition and a devastating fire that threatens critical infrastructure, and natural resources. The recent wildfire activity near Anderson and Clear Space Force Station highlights exactly why these innovations matter. Investing in cutting-edge technology, strengthening our wildfire preparedness, and improving forest management must remain national priorities. That is why I am proud to co-sponsor the Fix Our Forests Act and support the work of the House Natural Resources Committee, which has made wildfire prevention and forest resilience a key priority this Congress. By combining responsible forest management with emerging technologies, we can reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires and better support our first responders. Thank you to the teams competing in Alaska, Cathy Cahill and her team, and everyone working to advance solutions that will help keep Alaskans safe.

On July 4th, we mark 250 years of freedom, opportunity, and unprecedented prosperity. I hope everyone will join me in celebrating our proud American heritage on this historic anniversary.

The Committee on Natural Resources is marking up the bipartisan H.R. 9250, legislation that will help us maintain, modernize and improve access to our national parks and public lands. 🇺🇸 x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

.@IWV CEC is proud to lend support to @RepWesterman & @RepHuffman Great American Outdoors Act 250. 🇺🇸 🎣 🥾 ⛰️

The flag at Chimney Rock is a symbol of the enduring hope that is ingrained in our nation. Celebrate 250 years of the USA by visiting one of our state or national parks – check out our website for more info! 🇺🇲⬇️ mcdowell.house.gov/celebrating-25…

Visitors shouldn’t have to wait years for basic improvements to campgrounds, trails, visitor centers and bathrooms. Chairman @RepWesterman’s bipartisan #GAOA250 cuts delays, increases accountability and helps projects move from ideation to completion faster and more efficiently.

Happy Mineral Monday, America!📽️🎞️

As millions of Americans celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence, Congress is coming together to invest in America’s best idea. Chairman @RepWesterman’s bipartisan #GAOA250 prioritizes mission-critical deferred maintenance projects while streamlining project delivery, guaranteeing our national parks and public lands are ready to welcome visitors for the next 250 years.

The biggest obstacle to building a stronger critical minerals supply chain isn’t a lack of resources. It’s a lack of certainty. America has the talent, capital, and natural resources to lead. What we need is a permitting system that is predictable, durable, and capable of getting projects built. That only happens when both parties are willing to work together on long-term solutions. #CO03 Thank you to the U.S. Chamber for the opportunity to speak at the Critical Minerals Summit.

Hot Springs National Park served as the perfect backdrop for last week’s @NatResources field hearing, demonstrating how the Great American Outdoors Act 250 investments can spur new public-private partnerships, create jobs, and sustain billions of dollars in spending within rural and gateway communities.