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This resolution supports the development of the U.S. Great Lakes Waterfront Trail, recognizing the significance of the Great Lakes as the world's largest freshwater lake system and acknowledging the existing Canadian trail that spans over 2,250 miles. The resolution highlights the potential benefits of such a trail, including connecting people with nature, improving public health, and fostering economic activity, as demonstrated by a 2019 study that found a blue/green corridor along the Chicago River could generate over $192 million in economic benefits and support more than 1,600 jobs annually. The resolution specifically calls for Illinois state agencies to collaborate with other states to establish a cohesive regional trail identity, building upon existing trail infrastructure in Illinois such as the American Discovery Trail, Lake Front Path, Green Bay Trail, and McClory Trail, while noting that the National Park Service is currently mapping a potential recreation trail route across the eight Great Lakes states.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=230&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SR&SessionID=114&GA=104