HB5916: Shawnee TRAILS Act Shawnee Trail Riders Attaining Individuals Liberties Act
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To require the Secretary of Agriculture to designate and maintain at least 20 percent of the total number of trails in the Shawnee National Forest for trail riding by covered vehicles, and for other purposes.
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This bill requires the U.S. Department of Agriculture to set aside at least 20 percent of trails in the Shawnee National Forest in Illinois for use by off-road vehicles like ATVs and dirt bikes. The bill aims to ensure trail riders have designated routes within the forest while balancing multiple uses. The term 'covered vehicles' refers to recreational off-road vehicles approved for trail use. The bill was introduced in Congress but has not yet been assigned to a for review.
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HB5916: Shawnee TRAILS Act Shawnee Trail Riders Attaining Individuals Liberties Act