H.R. 9145 aims to amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to allow licensed foster families to receive free annual passes for access to federal recreational lands. This would enable foster families to enjoy outdoor activities and national parks without the financial burden of entrance fees.
H.R. 9145 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Russ Fulcher (Republican) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Families policy area, one of 38 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Russ Fulcher is the sponsor of 4 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 9145 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 9145 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Families is 2.8/10.
Media coverage has praised H.R. 9145 for recognizing the challenges faced by foster families and providing them with opportunities to enjoy nature and recreational activities together. Advocates highlight the bill as a step towards supporting family bonding and promoting mental health for children in foster care.
Some critics argue that while the intention behind H.R. 9145 is commendable, the bill may divert resources from other important programs or create administrative challenges in implementing the free pass system. There are concerns about the potential for misuse of the passes and whether this approach adequately addresses the broader needs of foster families.
The analysis of H.R. 9145, which aims to provide free annual passes to licensed foster families, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor's top donor industries. This indicates a low likelihood of conflicts of interest arising from financial contributions to the sponsor, Russ Fulcher. The absence of overlapping industries suggests that the financial motivations of the sponsor's donors are unlikely to influence the legislative intent behind this bill. Voters should be aware that while campaign finance can often lead to perceived or actual conflicts, in this case, the data does not support any significant concerns. The lack of direct financial ties to the industries that would benefit from this legislation reinforces the integrity of the bill's purpose.
Top industries funding Russ Fulcher, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 9145 do?
H.R. 9145 aims to amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to allow licensed foster families to receive free annual passes for access to federal recreational lands. This would enable foster families to enjoy outdoor activities and national parks without the financial burden of entrance fees.
Has H.R. 9145 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 9145 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 9145 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 9145 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Families is 2.8/10. This score reflects overlap between the sponsor’s campaign funding, lobbying activity, and the industries the bill affects. It is a transparency indicator, not an accusation.
What is the status of H.R. 9145?
H.R. 9145 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on June 9, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 9145?
H.R. 9145 was sponsored by Russ Fulcher (Republican).
