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Benton MacKaye Trail: New National Scenic Trail Designation for Outdoor Recreation.

This act officially designates the Benton MacKaye Trail as a National Scenic Trail. This means better protection for the 287-mile trail across Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina, potentially attracting more visitors and boosting local economies. The trail offers various hiking experiences, from easy walks to challenging backpacking.
Key points
The Benton MacKaye Trail, spanning three states, is now a National Scenic Trail, ensuring its protection and management by federal agencies.
This designation could increase tourism, bringing economic benefits to rural communities along the trail through spending on accommodations, food, and outdoor supplies.
The trail provides diverse outdoor recreation opportunities, from easy hikes to challenging thru-hikes, passing through national parks and wilderness areas.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7884
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2022-05-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7884.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Benton MacKaye Trail, spanning three states, is now a National Scenic Trail, ensuring its protection and management by federal agencies.
  • This designation could increase tourism, bringing economic benefits to rural communities along the trail through spending on accommodations, food, and outdoor supplies.
  • The trail provides diverse outdoor recreation opportunities, from easy hikes to challenging thru-hikes, passing through national parks and wilderness areas.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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