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Completes Continental Divide National Scenic Trail
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Completes Continental Divide National Scenic Trail

IntroducedApril 10, 2025
In Senate1 month ago
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Waiting for a House floor vote.
It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesCongressional oversightGeography and mappingLand transfersLand use and conservationParks, recreation areas, trailsNew MexicoOutdoor recreationMontanaColoradoIdahoWyoming
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Why This Matters

This bill requires the completion of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail within 10 years and establishes a team to oversee the project.

If you enjoy hiking, the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail will be completed within 10 years, improving access to outdoor activities.
Who this affects
Hikers · Outdoor enthusiasts · Local communities
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1The Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior must finish the Trail within 10 years.
  2. 2A joint Trail completion team will be created within one year to coordinate the project.
  3. 3A comprehensive development plan for the Trail must be completed within three years.
Read the detailed summary

Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Completion Act This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of the Interior to seek to complete the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail no later than 10 years after the enactment of this bill. USDA and Interior must establish a joint Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management trail completion team to work in coordination with the administrator of the trail to facilitate its completion and optimization. USDA must complete a comprehensive development plan for the trail within three years. USDA and Interior must also seek to enter into agreements with volunteer and nonprofit organizations to facilitate the completion and administration of the trail.

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IntroducedApr 10, 2025
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Donald Trump
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