Barbara Tulipane, CAE, president and CEO of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) issued the following statement in response to the two-year budget deal reached by Congress:

“NRPA is pleased that congressional leaders were able to come to an agreement, raising spending caps for two years, reopening government and extending the continuing resolution through March 23, 2018. While we wait to see how these new funds are allocated, we will continue to advocate for our key priorities and keep members up-to-date on any important details.”

About the National Recreation and Park Association
The National Recreation and Park Association is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that all Americans have access to parks and recreation for health, conservation and social equity. Through its network of 60,000 recreation and park professionals and advocates, NRPA encourages the promotion of healthy and active lifestyles, conservation initiatives and equitable access to parks and public space. For more information, visit www.nrpa.org. For digital access to NRPA’s flagship publication, Parks & Recreation, visit www.parksandrecreation.org.