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Lawmakers move to block Delaware Water Gap national park designation

Lawmakers say redesignating the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area as a national park could restrict public access and overwhelm nearby communities.

Published Jul 27, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Two New Jersey congressmen have introduced a bipartisan resolution opposing proposals to redesignate the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area as a national park, citing concerns about limiting recreational access and straining local resources.