S. 1547 · On the floor · Public Lands and Natural Resources

America the Beautiful Act

What it does

Extends the National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund reauthorization through fiscal year 2031, replacing the 2025 sunset date.
Expands the definition of deferred maintenance to include reconstruction of demolished or removed assets if the cost is under $5,000,000 and the asset was demolished due to safety risks.
Requires the Secretary of Interior and Secretary of Agriculture to prioritize fund allocation to projects receiving private donations of at least 15 percent of total project costs.
Directs the Secretaries to submit a report to Congress within one year describing agency actions to reduce deferred maintenance and outlining a plan to increase preventative and cyclic maintenance activities.
Requires the Secretaries to establish public donation solicitation mechanisms including awareness campaigns and checkout processes for federal recreational passes.

Jun 17, 2026: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 439.

Committee: Senate Energy and Natural Resources