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NewsWFLA News TampaSeptember 13, 2026Hillsborough County

Trump Administration Blocks $25 Million in National Park Project Funds

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The Trump administration has blocked more than 130 planned projects at national parks nationwide, putting over $25 million in funding on hold. The Interior Department disapproved of agreements for these projects last month.

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Why It Matters

National park projects across the country, including major sites like Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Zion, face funding freezes affecting more than $25 million in planned work.

Key Facts

  • The Trump administration has blocked more than 130 planned projects at national parks.
  • More than $25 million worth of funding has been put on hold.
  • The Interior Department disapproved of agreements for these projects last month.
  • Affected parks include Yellowstone, Yosemite, Zion, and Joshua Tree.

Who's Mentioned

locationYosemite“Park with affected projects”other130“Number of planned projects blocked”locationJoshua Tree“Park with affected projects”OrganizationNational Park Service“Overseen by the Interior Department”locationZion“Park with affected projects”OrganizationInterior Department“Disapproved of agreements for park projects”OrganizationThe Washington“Publication source”locationYellowstone“Park with affected projects”OrganizationTrump administration“Reportedly blocked projects and funding”