Most day to day operations said our National Parks would cease the first week of October is usually peak foliage in down East Maine, Mr. President. It's a time when visitors flock to Acadian national park in Maine, the crown jewel of Maine. In previous shutdowns, park personnel were kept to a minimum. Visitor service centers were closed. Restrooms were not maintained. Trails were not cleared. All of this affects the visitor experience and has a ripple effect harming our local small businesses when tourists decide to cancel their reservations. (07:09–07:24)
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Asserts that during previous government shutdowns, national parks had minimal staff and closed facilities.
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