RVIA applauded an executive order that established the Make America Beautiful Again Commission. The commission is charged with preserving the nation’s natural beauty while expanding outdoor recreation opportunities.
The executive order said the commission will focus on:
- Promoting the responsible stewardship of natural resources while driving economic growth.
- Expanding access to public lands and waters for recreation, hunting and fishing.
- Encouraging responsible, community-driven conservation efforts.
- Addressing delays that hinder effective environmental management.
- Restoring America’s fish and wildlife populations through proactive, voluntary, on-the-ground collaborative conservation efforts.
In addition, the Interior Department launched the Patriot Program, a three-year initiative dedicated to restoring and revitalizing America’s public lands in honor of the United States’ 250th birthday in July 2026. s
The Patriot Program will engage a public-private partnership to invest $250 million in critical infrastructure, preservation and public access projects at iconic sites. Every federal dollar invested in the Patriot Program will be matched by 50% in private funding or in-kind contributions.
RVIA said it has long promoted public-private partnerships as a way to address the need for campground modernization and expansion on federal lands.
RVIA said it looks forward to seeing the Patriot Program, the newly established executive commission and the America the Beautiful Act ensure RVers can continue to access revitalized outdoor spaces.
