National Park Service seeks comments on wilderness stewardship policy
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The National Park Service is asking the public and government agencies to comment on Director's Order #41, its policy for identifying, planning, managing, and administering wilderness areas within the National Park System. The notice does not create new legal rights or binding obligations. Its practical effect is to open a comment window for businesses, recreation groups, conservation organizations, Tribal governments, state and local agencies, and others that may be affected by how NPS manages wilderness areas. Comments are due by August 14, 2026, through Regulations.gov only.
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Key Changes
- Opens a public comment period on NPS wilderness stewardship policy
- Invites feedback from the public and local, State, Tribal, and Federal agencies
- Requires comments to be submitted through Regulations.gov by August 14, 2026