NPS Centennial (2000s-2016)

These flashcards cover significant events, legislation, and influences related to the National Park Service and American history from the years 2000 to 2016.

NPS Centennial

Celebration of the National Park Service's 100 years of service.

9/11 Attacks

Terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, that had a significant societal impact.

Recession of 2008

Global economic crisis that began in 2008, affecting numerous sectors.

Vermont civil unions

Legislation (HB847) allowing same-sex couples to enter civil unions in Vermont, enacted in 2009.

Supreme Court gay marriage approval

Landmark decision in 2015 that legalized same-sex marriage in the United States.

Virginia Tech tragedy

A mass shooting event at Virginia Tech in 2007 resulting in multiple casualties.

Sandy Hook massacre

A tragic shooting incident in 2012 at Sandy Hook Elementary School.

Boston Marathon bombing

A terrorist attack during the Boston Marathon in 2013.

Climate change debate

Ongoing discussion surrounding the causes and effects of climate change.

Hurricane Katrina

Devastating hurricane in 2005 causing widespread damage and loss of life.

YouTube

Video-sharing platform founded in 2005, revolutionizing online media.

First iPhone release

Launch of Apple’s first smartphone in 2007, transforming mobile technology.

Obama administration

Period of Barack Obama’s presidency focused on key environmental policies.

Clean Power Plan

2015 initiative aimed at reducing carbon emissions from power plants.

America's Great Outdoors Initiative

2010 program promoting conservation and outdoor recreation.

Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Monument

Monument dedicated to Harriet Tubman, established in 2014.

Cesar Chavez National Monument

Monument honoring civil rights activist Cesar Chavez, created in 2012.

Omnibus Public Land Management Act

2009 legislation adding 200 million acres to the National Wilderness Preservation System.

National Park Centennial Challenge Fund

2016 initiative to finance enhancements to NPS and visitor experiences.

Deferred maintenance backlog

Accumulated repairs and maintenance needs within the National Park Service.

Sequestration

Automatic spending cuts that occurred due to the Budget Control Act of 2011.

NPS Mission Update (2000)

Revision of the NPS mission emphasizing preservation and education.

Park visitor spending

Economic impact generated by visitors to national parks, contributing to local economies.

LGBTQ rights monument

Stonewall National Monument, established in 2016, recognizing LGBTQ history.

Great Smoky Mountains shutdown

Closure of national parks during federal government shutdowns.

Every Kid in a Park

2015 initiative providing free access to federal lands for 4th graders and families.