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Faster Reopening of Trails and Campsites After Natural Disasters

This act aims to speed up the reopening of parks, trails, and campsites closed due to natural disasters like wildfires or floods. It ensures these areas become accessible to citizens more quickly, simplifying the repair process and providing more outdoor recreation opportunities.
Key points
Requires reopening of closed recreation sites within 3 years after a natural disaster ends.
Simplifies environmental procedures for repairs and hazard removal in disaster-affected recreation areas.
Mandates reporting to Congress on closed sites and progress towards their reopening.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6994
Sponsor: Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40]
Process start date: 2024-01-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ROUTES Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6994.

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 2024-01-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires reopening of closed recreation sites within 3 years after a natural disaster ends.
  • Simplifies environmental procedures for repairs and hazard removal in disaster-affected recreation areas.
  • Mandates reporting to Congress on closed sites and progress towards their reopening.
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. Kim, Young [R-CA-40].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 753.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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