National Parks Report 320 Million Annual Visitors Amid Policy Changes

Why it matters locally: Montana is home to Glacier National Park and parts of Yellowstone National Park, both of which contribute significantly to the state's tourism economy and natural heritage. Policy changes affecting national parks, such as those related to exhibits or construction projects, could directly influence visitor experiences and conservation efforts within these iconic Montana parks.

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National parks within the United States recorded over 320 million visitors in the past year. Tiernan Sittenfeld, president and CEO of the National Parks Conservation Association, discussed the current conditions of these parklands. Sittenfeld noted policy changes directing revisions to park exhibits. She also identified construction projects initiated by former President Trump that have commenced within park boundaries.