SB290Introduced in the Senate
Making National Parks Safer Act
Introduced by John Barrasso, District WY
What does this bill do?
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Official description
A bill to direct the Secretary of the Interior to upgrade existing emergency communications centers in units of the National Park System to Next Generation 9-1-1 systems, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 469.
July 23, 2026
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Bill history
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S481-482)
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 119-238.
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Lee without amendment. Without written report.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 469.
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