What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 7979.
Restoring Motorized Access to Public Lands and National Forests
This act establishes that covered roads and trails on lands managed by the Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management are presumed open to motorized vehicles by default. It requires clear and convincing evidence and mandatory public consultation before any restrictions are applied.
Key points
Presumption that covered trails and roads are open to motorized use.
Strict standards for closures, requiring clear and convincing evidence for resource protection or public safety.
Mandatory digital and printed maps showing restricted routes, with clear signage.
The public can nominate new trails or suggest repurposing existing roads for motorized use.
Expedited 90-day review process for converting administrative or currently closed roads into designated motorized trails.
Status:
Introduced
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