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National Park Week

Floor Speech

Date: April 27, 2018
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Natural Resources

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Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today during National Park Week to celebrate America's treasures, our national parks.

For 1 week each April, the National Park Service joins with the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America's national parks, to celebrate National Park Week. This is a time to explore amazing places, discover stories of history and culture, and take in all the beautiful public lands our Nation has to offer.

National Park Week began last Saturday, April 21, and runs through Sunday, April 29. The theme for National Park Week in 2018 is ``Park Stars,'' celebrating everything from starry skies to superstar volunteers, park features, and resources.

Parks, programs, and partners nationwide invite people everywhere to explore stories, experiences, and sites that brighten the national park system and public lands. Parks across the country have hosted a variety of events throughout the week. Today is Military and Veteran Recognition Day. The National Park Service employs more than 5,800 Active-Duty veterans in a wide array of careers.

Mr. Speaker, our national parks are truly remarkable, and I encourage everyone to experience their breathtaking beauty.

Happy National Park Week.

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