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This bill, known as the "West Virginia Country Roads Mapping and Marketing Act," aims to leverage the state's scenic back roads for tourism and economic development by establishing an interactive mapping system. The West Virginia Division of Highways (the "Division") will oversee a process where counties can apply to have their back roads and secondary routes digitally mapped, identifying routes with scenic, historic, and recreational value. These mapped roads will be classified by surface type, including paved, gravel, and dirt, and will also indicate if a road requires a high-clearance, four-wheel-drive (4x4) vehicle due to challenging terrain. The Division will create a publicly accessible interactive map and a mobile application where users can navigate these routes, view points of interest, and share notes, with county commissions moderating public input. This initiative is intended to promote travel and outdoor recreation, with the Division reporting annually to the Legislature on the program's impact.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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