Protecting Motorized Access and Recreation on Public Lands for All Americans
This law aims to guarantee and maintain access to federal public lands, like National Forests, particularly for individuals with disabilities. It imposes strict limits on closing roads accessible to motorized and off-road vehicles, defining accessible lands based on a specific road density. Citizens gain greater certainty that recreational routes for hunting, fishing, or camping will remain open.
Key points
Federal agencies must prioritize the inclusion and approval of roads on public lands to ensure access for diverse recreation, including motorized vehicles and electric bikes.
Closing existing roads is restricted; roads must remain open unless they pose a direct safety threat, were established temporarily, or (on non-accessible lands) are beneficial for wildfire response.
If a road is closed due to a threat, the agency must establish a new, appropriate replacement road within one year.
The law mandates that roads subject to certain legal claims (RS 2477) shall remain open until the litigation is completed.
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