National Parks Protection and Restoration Act 2025 (NPPR)

Preamble

In recognition of the Constitutional-Monarchy of Links Land's duty to protect its natural heritage for present and future generations, and pursuant to the nation's commitment to environmental stewardship, ecological balance, and public access to green spaces, this Act is established to preserve, restore, and expand protected national parks across the realm.

This Act affirms the principle that nature is a shared national treasure, and that its preservation is vital to the health, identity, and well-being of the nation and its people.

Section A: Designation of Parks

The government shall designate no fewer than ten (10) National Parks in the calendar year 2025.

Section B: Status and Purpose

National Parks shall be legally protected zones reserved for the purposes of:

• Ecological conservation and biodiversity,

• Public access, education, and recreation,

• Protection from industrial and commercial exploitation.

Section C: Official Registry

The Ministry of Environment shall publish and annually update the full list of National Parks in the National Gazette.

Section A: Prohibited Activities

Within the boundaries of National Parks, the following activities shall be prohibited:

• Commercial extraction, including mining, drilling, and logging;

• Unauthorized construction or modification of the landscape;

• Off-road vehicular access without prior permit;

• Littering, dumping, or damage to flora and fauna.

Section B: Permitted Activities

The following activities shall be permitted in accordance with park regulations:

• Hiking, camping, and low-impact ecotourism in designated areas;

• Licensed scientific research;

• Educational programs approved by the National Parks Authority.

Section A: Establishment and Function

A National Parks Authority (NPA) shall be established under the Ministry of Environment.

Section B: Responsibilities of the NPA

The NPA shall:

• Maintain all designated parks and ecological infrastructure;

• Employ and train Park Rangers and ecological staff;

• Issue permits and enforce compliance with this Act;

• Submit annual reports to Parliament on park conditions, restoration progress, and public access.

Section A: Enforcement Authority

Park Rangers and Environmental Officers shall have legal authority to:

• Detain violators within park boundaries;

• Issue citations and enforce temporary bans;

• Initiate prosecution in coordination with the Ministry of Justice.

Section B: Penalties for Violations

Offenses under this Act may result in:

• Fines up to Đ50,000 for corporate violations and Đ5,000 for individual violations;

• Imprisonment of up to twelve (12) months for willful or repeated infractions;

• Mandatory restitution through environmental restoration initiatives.

Section A: Budget Allocation

Parliament shall annually allocate dedicated funds to the National Parks Authority to cover:

• Park maintenance and protection programs;

• Restoration and rehabilitation projects;

• Public education and tourism services.

Section B: Community Participation Grants

Recognized NGOs, community councils, and schools may apply for conservation and education grants through the NPA to support local engagement in park preservation.

Section C: Financial Oversight

All grants and expenditures shall be subject to annual audit and must comply with the Financial Regulations Act 2025 (FRA).

Section C.1:

This Act is enacted under the constitutional authority granted by:

Article 1:

vereignty of the State and protection of territorial integrity;

Article 13:

gislative powers of Parliament to pass environmental and public interest laws;

Article 16:

ndamental right to enjoy a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment.

Section C.2:

This Act shall apply uniformly across all counties and territories of the Constitutional Monarchy of Links Land.

Section C.3:

This Act shall come into effect sixty (60) days from its date of publication in the National Gazette.