Improved Recreational Trails Funding: New Rules and Transparency
This act aims to ensure that fuel tax revenues from off-highway recreational vehicles are fully dedicated to maintaining and developing recreational trails. This means more funds for hiking, biking, and motorized vehicle trails, improving access and quality for outdoor enthusiasts. The act also introduces greater transparency in how these funds are spent.
Key points
More money for recreational trails: The act aims to ensure all off-highway recreational fuel taxes go to recreational trail programs, potentially leading to better maintenance and new trail construction.
Better planning and reporting: Regular studies are required to accurately estimate recreational fuel tax collections, aiding in better funding allocation.
Increased spending transparency: New codes are introduced to track how funds are spent on different types of trails (e.g., non-motorized, motorized), enhancing accountability.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1864
Sponsor: Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-03-11