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Assembly adopts AJR 9 urging restoration of National Park Service funding
Summary
The Assembly adopted Assembly Joint Resolution 9 calling on the president and Congress to restore consistent funding for the National Park Service; members from across the state highlighted economic and cultural benefits of parks and raised concerns about federal staffing and proposed cuts.
Assemblymember Wallace presented Assembly Joint Resolution 9 urging the president and Congress to restore full and consistent funding for the National Park Service. The Assembly adopted AJR 9 by recorded vote (I 66, Noes 0).
Wallace said California’s national parks are "not only natural wonders, they're economic engines and cultural landmarks" and cited visitation and economic figures for the state. Members representing districts with major park units — including Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Channel Islands, Redwood National and State Parks, Point Reyes, and the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area — spoke in support and described local visitation, economic impacts and conservation value. "Without stable federal funding and staffing, we could see ranger programs reduced, restrooms closed, trash left uncollected, and vital services diminished," Assemblymember Stephanie said.
Some members also criticized recent federal actions described on the floor as politicizing park management and urged Congress to reverse staffing and funding shortfalls. The resolution passed unanimously on the Assembly floor and will be transmitted to federal officials.
Votes at a glance: AJR 9 adopted (I 66, Noes 0).
