Route 66 National Historic Trail Designation Act
Route 66: National Historic Trail Designation
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being sent to the House Committee on Natural Resources for review. It is actively moving forward as it awaits further study by committee members. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This bill has bipartisan support and celebrates a popular piece of American history. It includes protections for private property and energy projects that help it gain support from both parties.
Key Points
- This bill would officially name Route 66 as a National Historic Trail. It covers the 2,400-mile path from Chicago to Santa Monica that was used between 1926 and 1985.
- The National Park Service would manage the trail. They must work to keep the unique and quirky character that the Mother Road is known for while protecting its history for future generations.
- The government cannot take private land to build the trail. If they want to buy land outside of federal areas, they must have the owner's permission and cannot use eminent domain to force a sale.
- The plan ensures that energy projects like pipelines and wind farms can still be built or maintained near the trail. It also prevents the creation of buffer zones that would restrict what neighbors can do on their own property.
- Officials must talk with Native American Tribes before starting any projects that would significantly affect them. This ensures that Tribal lands and interests are respected along the entire route.
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Introduced in House
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Route 66 National Historic Trail Designation Act
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