WASHINGTON - The Department of the Interior today announced that visitor spending in communities near national parks in 2022 resulted in a record high $50.3 billion benefit to the nation's economy and supported 378,400 jobs.  "At the Interior Department, we understand that nature is essential to the health, well-being and prosperity of every family and every community in America. But outdoor recreation is not just good for the soul, it's a significant driver of our national and local economies and job sustainability," said Secretary Deb Haaland.

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