American Products in Parks Act
- Sponsor
- Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
- Committees
- Natural Resources Committee (primary)
- Last action
- Dec 15, 2025
Bottom line
This bill aims to boost domestic manufacturing and support American jobs by requiring National Park System retail outlets to exclusively sell U.S.-made products.
What it actually does
This bill mandates that, effective one year after its enactment, all products sold in gift shops and visitor centers within the National Park System must be produced in the United States. This includes requirements that final assembly, all significant processing, and virtually all ingredients or components originate domestically. The Secretary of the Interior is also required to establish certification, audit, and enforcement procedures to ensure compliance.
Proponents argue
Supporters argue this bill will strengthen the American economy, create and retain domestic manufacturing jobs, and ensure that revenue generated from national parks directly supports U.S. businesses and workers. They emphasize the patriotic aspect of selling American-made goods in national treasures, fostering a sense of national pride among visitors.
Opponents contend
Opponents might contend that this requirement could lead to higher prices for consumers, limit product variety, and create significant administrative burdens for park concessionaires who may struggle to find sufficient U.S.-made inventory for all product categories. They might also argue it could disrupt existing supply chains and potentially reduce revenue for parks if sales decline due to increased costs or limited options.
The bill is very short and easy to read, allowing ample time for comprehensive evaluation.
Section 2(a)
Requirement for U.S.-Produced Products in National Park System Gift Shops
This section mandates that, starting one year after the bill becomes law, any product sold in gift shops or visitor centers within the National Park System must meet strict "Made in USA" criteria. Specifically, the product's final assembly or processing, all significant processing, and virtually all ingredients or components must originate from the United States. This aims to ensure a high level of domestic content in goods sold at national parks.
Supporters argue
Supporters argue this provision directly supports American jobs and industries by creating a guaranteed market for U.S.-made products within national parks, aligning with a sense of national pride and ensuring tourist spending benefits domestic businesses.
Critics contend
Critics might argue this provision could increase operational costs for concessionaires, potentially leading to higher prices for consumers or reduced variety if U.S.-made alternatives are scarce or more expensive. It could also disrupt existing contracts and supply chains, requiring significant adjustments.
Tradeoffs
The provision balances the desire to support domestic manufacturing and jobs with potential impacts on consumer choice, product availability, and the operational flexibility and costs for park concessionaires.
Section 2(b)
Enforcement Procedures for 'Made in USA' Requirements
This subsection requires the Secretary of the Interior to establish specific procedures for certification, auditing, and enforcement to ensure that all products sold in National Park System gift shops comply with the "Made in USA" requirements outlined in the bill. These procedures must be in place by the time the main product sourcing requirement takes effect, one year after the bill's enactment, ensuring a framework for oversight and accountability.