Bill > HR3487

This bill, known as the Shawnee TRAILS (Trail Riders Attaining Individuals Liberties) Act, requires the Secretary of Agriculture to designate and maintain at least 20 percent of trails in the Shawnee National Forest specifically for recreational vehicle use, including trail riding by covered vehicles such as electric bicycles (e-bikes) and off-highway vehicles (OHVs) like all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and off-road vehicles (ORVs). The Secretary must manage and monitor these trails to ensure they are appropriately maintained, balancing recreational use with environmental conservation, and must ensure that at least one trail remains open for covered vehicle use at all times. Additionally, the bill stipulates that the Secretary cannot prohibit the use of covered vehicles on paved roads within the national forest. The primary goal of this legislation is to expand recreational vehicle access in the Shawnee National Forest while maintaining environmental protections and ensuring continued trail accessibility.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3487/all-info