The National Park Conservation Association (NPCA) announced that over 30 leases crucial for National Park Service operations could be canceled under the Trump administration's budget cuts. These leases support facilities such as visitor centers and law enforcement by providing essential services. Critics, including NPCA, warn that lease terminations may jeopardize public safety and diminish visitor experiences at national parks. Furthermore, staffing cuts within the National Park Service have raised alarms over a decline in safety and enjoyment for park-goers, with nearly 1,000 employees having been let go recently.
"Whoever's making these decisions is not making them in the best interest of the park service or park visitors... at the expense of public safety."
"The potential cancelations are part of the Trump administration's push for efficiency and spending cuts across the federal government... mass firings as well as lease terminations."
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