National parks drops fee-free MLK Day, Juneteenth day; adds Trump's birthday
4 days ago
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- #Trump Administration
- #National Parks
- The Trump administration removed Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth from the national parks' fee-free calendar.
- President Trump's birthday (June 14) was added to the fee-free days list, along with other dates like NPS's 110th anniversary and Constitution Day.
- Non-U.S. residents will face higher fees, including an extra $100 charge at 11 popular parks and a $250 annual pass.
- The changes align with a July executive order prioritizing U.S. citizens for park access and increasing fees for international visitors.
- The Interior Department labeled the new fee-free days as 'patriotic' and emphasized Trump's commitment to affordable park access for Americans.
- Secretary Doug Burgum stated the policies ensure U.S. taxpayers enjoy affordable access while international visitors contribute to park maintenance.