Ryan Zinke is in the news over US park fee hikes and public land sales. Montana rep, ex-Interior Sec, GOP, controversial figure.
The US Department of the Interior announced that starting January 1, 2026, foreign tourists will face a significant increase in national park entry fees, rising from $80 to $250 for an annual pass. The change aims to fund park maintenance amid budget cuts, but has raised concerns about discouraging international visitors and impacting local economies.