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Full Funding for Recreational Trails: Using All Non-Highway Fuel Taxes.

This bill seeks to fully fund the Recreational Trails Program (RTP), which develops and maintains trails for hikers, cyclists, snowmobilers, and off-road vehicles. Currently, the program receives only a fraction of the fuel taxes paid by non-highway recreational users. The goal is to allocate the full amount collected (estimated at $281 million annually) back to the trails, ensuring better infrastructure for outdoor activities without affecting other federal highway projects.
Key points
Significantly increases funding for the maintenance and development of trails used for hiking, biking, skiing, and motorized off-road recreation.
Ensures that all fuel taxes paid by recreational vehicle users are returned to the trail program, upholding the "user-pay-user-benefit" principle.
Requires the government to accurately estimate and report the total amount of fuel taxes collected from non-highway recreational vehicles.
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Print number: 118_S_5583
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2024-12-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RTP Full Funding Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5583.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Significantly increases funding for the maintenance and development of trails used for hiking, biking, skiing, and motorized off-road recreation.
  • Ensures that all fuel taxes paid by recreational vehicle users are returned to the trail program, upholding the "user-pay-user-benefit" principle.
  • Requires the government to accurately estimate and report the total amount of fuel taxes collected from non-highway recreational vehicles.
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. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

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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