State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently introduced House Bill 1556, which would provide veterans with free admission to state parks in Indiana.
"Our veterans have made tremendous sacrifices to serve and protect this country, and providing them with free access to Indiana's state parks is a small way we could show our appreciation," Baird said. "My legislation would ensure those who've given so much can enjoy the beauty of our state with their families more easily."
Baird is also co-authoring House Bill 1422, which would provide free admission to state parks for Gold Star family members as well.
"Gold Star families have endured unimaginable loss in service to our nation, and this bill offers a meaningful way to honor their loved ones' sacrifice," Baird said. "By granting them free state park admission, we hope to provide them with a place for reflection, healing and connection."
According to the National Park Service, current U.S. military personnel, Gold Star families and U.S. military veterans are eligible for free passes to national parks, national wildlife refuges, national forests and other federal recreational land.
Baird said both HB 1556 and 1422 would ensure that veterans and Gold Star families have this benefit at state parks across Indiana as well.
HB 1556 and HB 1422 have both been referred to the House Natural Resources Committee for consideration.
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