>>Virginia Lawmakers Disapprove Staffing Cuts At The National Park Service
(Richmond, VA) -- Some Virginia lawmakers are urging the Trump administration to reverse staffing cuts at the National Park Service. Katie Gray reports.Preview: SCRIPT:
Multiple State Officials warning of potential economic losses of up to $1.5 billion annually in the state. The cuts have impacted all 22 national park units in Virginia, with concerns raised about visitor safety and the ability to maintain park standards. Lawmakers, including Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine, are arguing that the staffing reductions could jeopardize public safety and put parks at risk of damage, particularly during wildfire season. WRIC reports that lawmakers acknowledge the importance of adequate staffing to support the tourism economy in Virginia and protect the state's natural assets.