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Route 66 Designated National Historic Trail; Protecting Private Property Rights.

This law officially designates the historic 2,400-mile Route 66, running from Chicago to Santa Monica, as a National Historic Trail, supporting its preservation and tourism promotion. Crucially for citizens, the law protects landowners along the route: the federal government is explicitly prohibited from using eminent domain or condemnation to acquire land for the trail. Furthermore, the designation does not create new buffer zones or impose new regulatory restrictions on adjacent private properties.
Key points
All historic alignments of Route 66 (1926-1985) are officially recognized as a National Historic Trail, potentially boosting tourism along the route.
The federal government is forbidden from using eminent domain or condemnation to acquire land for the trail.
The designation does not create buffer zones or restrict economic activities (like energy development) on lands adjacent to the trail.
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Print number: 118_S_2506
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2023-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Route 66 National Historic Trail Designation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2506.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All historic alignments of Route 66 (1926-1985) are officially recognized as a National Historic Trail, potentially boosting tourism along the route.
  • The federal government is forbidden from using eminent domain or condemnation to acquire land for the trail.
  • The designation does not create buffer zones or restrict economic activities (like energy development) on lands adjacent to the trail.
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 Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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