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News for October 14, 2025

Morgan Stanley to Host OHI Campfire Session on Financial Planning for Campground Owners

Commission Approves One-Year Extension for Sage Valley RV Park Special-Use Permit Review

Sweden’s Camping Industry Reaches Record 12.8 Million Bed Nights in Summer 2025

Wildhaven Glamping Expands Access to Nature with Comfort-Focused Stays

Unity Holidays Announces £9M Redevelopment of Seven Lakes Country Park

VCA Highlights Fall Camping, Halloween Events, and Member Achievements Across Virginia

Northumberland Holiday Park Expansion Approved for Honeysuckle Country Park

Cinchio Rolls Out “Charge to Site” Payments Through Campspot to Simplify Guest Experience

Government

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Government

A row of white RVs parked next to each other at an RV dealership in Oshkosh.

Pennsylvania

Bill Introduced to Update Pennsylvania’s RV Law to Enhance Consumer Safety

Ken Lunaba June 15, 2024

Professionals discussing renewable energy projects with wind turbine model and solar panels on an auto draft table.

United States

Small Campgrounds in Wisconsin Win Big in Tax Reform Battle

Ken Lunaba June 6, 2024

A man in a suit holding a microphone gives public comments on the Water System Project by the National Park Service.

District of Columbia

OHI Advocates for Legislation to Support RV Parks and Campgrounds on Capitol Hill

Mau Mendoza June 3, 2024

A red **pin** is pinned on a map of Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Launches Great American Getaway to Boost Tourism

Rein Tarinay May 26, 2024

Two people sitting at a table with a book and scales at Surf and Stream Campground in Ocean County while Tenant Sues.

Maryland

Maryland Governor Signs RV-Specific Franchise Legislation

Mau Mendoza May 9, 2024

Aerial view of a sandy beach with a pier extending into the ocean, surrounded by a coastal city under a clear blue sky, featuring an Auto Draft.

Maryland

Maryland RV Legislation Changes Expand Opportunities at OC RV & Van Lifestyle Show

Mau Mendoza May 8, 2024

Professionals discussing charts and Auto Draft documents during a business meeting at a wooden table, with sunlight illuminating the workspace.

Texas

New Legislative Changes to Slash Operating Costs for Texas Park Operators

Ken Lunaba May 6, 2024

A senior businessman in a suit and red tie signing a USDA document at a desk.

United States

Bennet, Schumer, Brown Urge USDA to Expand Funding for Outdoor Recreation to Support Rural Economies

Rein Tarinay April 29, 2024

Two Policymakers from the Government Affairs Team of the RV Industry Association shaking hands at a table.

United States

U.S. House Introduces GSP Reform Act, Proposes Major Trade Program Enhancements

Mau Mendoza April 22, 2024

Firefighters are fighting a fire that burns through a forest in Yosemite, California, while also working diligently to protect the valuable sequoia trees.

New Zealand

Lake Clearwater Enhances Wildfire Protection with New Sprinkler System Fire Break

Mau Mendoza April 19, 2024

A man in a suit is writing on a scale of justice during a lawsuit involving the WACO campground ordinance revision.

United States

U.S. House Passes the EXPLORE Act to Enhance Outdoor Recreation, Awaits Senate Approval

Mau Mendoza April 11, 2024

A group of people, including the Cache County Planning Commission, sitting around a table in a conference room discussing the Smithfield Campground Proposal.

Massachusetts

Healey-Driscoll Administration Allocates $167,000 in Grants for Accessible Outdoor Recreation

Ken Lunaba April 3, 2024

A man in a suit sitting at a desk, participating in the Super Lawyers Panel at the RVDA Expo, discussing strategies for Protecting RV Dealerships.

Wisconsin

Wisconsin Enacts RV-Specific Franchise Law to Enhance Manufacturer-Dealer Relations

Mau Mendoza March 22, 2024

A gavel and an American flag on a black background, symbolizing the significance of pending infrastructure bill and RV industry priorities.

Washington

Washington’s New RV Law: A Potential Blueprint for National RV Industry Legislation

Mau Mendoza March 6, 2024

A family using a map in the back of an RVshare camper van to enhance their camping awareness.

Connecticut

Connecticut Proposes Liability Waiver Bill for Campground Guests

Ken Lunaba March 5, 2024

A group of Visitors sitting in front of a tent at one of the California State Parks.

California

Santa Monica Senator Proposes Bill to Enhance State Park Maintenance Funding

Rein Tarinay March 1, 2024

Arizona

Arizona Senate Committee Advances Resolution to Enhance State Park Funding

Rein Tarinay February 23, 2024

A statue of justice on a table, symbolizing the Appeals Court's role in overseeing lawsuits in NC County.

United States

RV Industry Association Leads Advocacy Efforts for State Legislation in 2024

Mau Mendoza February 3, 2024

A man in a suit writing on a piece of paper.

United States

RV Industry Seeks Fair Trade with CNL Update Act: A Move Towards Equitable Import Regulations

Mau Mendoza January 31, 2024

At sunset, a woman sits in front of a tent, creating an idyllic scene for outdoor recreation.

New Zealand

New Zealand Updates Freedom Camping Laws: A Comprehensive Guide for Councils and Campers

Mau Mendoza January 25, 2024

A binder with the word grants on it sitting on a desk.

New York

New York’s Natural Heritage Bolstered by $1.8 Million in State Grants to Enhance Parks and Historic Sites

Mau Mendoza January 20, 2024

A truck is navigating through a warehouse filled with containers, unaffected by the global inflation and consumer prices.

United States

U.S. Trade Representative Extends Section 301 China Product Exclusions: A Strategic Move in Trade Policy

Mau Mendoza January 4, 2024

A woman in a suit, representing RV Industry Members, is writing on a piece of paper to discuss Federal Affairs Priorities during Advocacy Day.

Australia

Fraser Coast’s New Era: Revised Local Laws Enhance Community and Environment

Mau Mendoza December 20, 2023

A person's feet walking through an overcrowded field of flowers near the Kite Lake Trailhead.

Australia

Major Agreement Fuels Progress on Wangetti Trail, a Beacon for FNQ Ecotourism

Mau Mendoza December 13, 2023