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US S1461

US S1461
Transit to Trails Act


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Introduced
04/29/2021
In Committee
04/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To establish a program to award grants to entities that provide transportation connectors from critically under- served urban communities and rural communities to green spaces.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the "Transit to Trails Grant Program" under the Department of Transportation. The program will provide grants to eligible entities, such as states, local governments, and tribal communities, to develop transportation connectors and related educational materials that increase access and mobility for critically underserved urban and rural communities to reach federal and non-federal public lands, parks, and recreational areas. The bill outlines the program's administration, including grant application and approval processes, priority considerations, and compliance requirements. It also authorizes $10 million in funding for fiscal years 2022-2023, $20 million for fiscal years 2024-2025, and $40 million for fiscal year 2026 to carry out the program.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (on 04/29/2021)

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