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Rails to Trails: New Landowner Rights and Compensation Rules

This act introduces new rules for converting unused railway lines into recreational trails. Landowners whose property is crossed by these trails will gain more control and the right to compensation for additional costs, including lost development opportunities. This ensures greater protection of their rights and personal finances.
Key points
Landowners must approve the creation of a recreational trail on their property.
Landowners will receive compensation for additional costs and lost development opportunities related to the trail.
Public consultation and impact analysis on safety, privacy, and local economy are now required for new trails.
An advisory committee will be established, including landowners, rail carriers, and trail sponsors.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4924
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Sam [R-MO-6]
Process start date: 2025-08-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rails to Trails Landowner Rights Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4924.

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 2025-08-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Landowners must approve the creation of a recreational trail on their property.
  • Landowners will receive compensation for additional costs and lost development opportunities related to the trail.
  • Public consultation and impact analysis on safety, privacy, and local economy are now required for new trails.
  • An advisory committee will be established, including landowners, rail carriers, and trail sponsors.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Graves, Sam [R-MO-6].

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 2025-12-23.

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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