Washington, Feb. 19 -- Congressman Chris Pappas issued the following press release:
Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01)and Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) are launching the Congressional Camp Caucus, a new bipartisan caucus to elevate the role camps play in supporting youth development, workforce preparation, and community vitality across the country.
Each year, more than 26 million children attend day and overnight camps nationwide, making camps one of the most far-reaching youth-serving institutions in the United States. Beyond their well-known developmental benefits, camps are also significant economic and workforce drivers, generating approximately $70 billion in annual economic impact, supporting nearly one million jobs, and contribut...