Texas community resource
Gold Star Texas Parklands Passport
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Free individual entry to Texas state parks for qualifying Gold Star family members.
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How to get help
Apply individually at a Texas state park with photo identification, accepted proof of the service member's casualty, and accepted proof of relationship.
Who this service helps
A surviving spouse, parent, child, sibling, step-sibling, or step-parent of a person who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Where this service is available
Service area: Texas state parks.
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Cost / fees
Free passport and free entry for the pass holder; the benefit does not cover a companion, and capacity limits and other charges may apply.
About this service
The Gold Star Parklands Passport waives state-park entry fees for an eligible surviving family member of a person who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
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