Route 66 National Historic Trail Designation Act
Route 66: National Historic Trail Designation
This bill was recently introduced in the Senate and is currently being reviewed by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. It is in the early stages of the lawmaking process and has no upcoming votes scheduled at this time. The bill is considered active as it waits for the committee to decide on its next steps.
Legislative Progress
This bill has strong bipartisan support from senators in states along the route and does not cost much or create new regulations.
Key Points
- This bill would officially name Route 66 as a National Historic Trail. The trail would cover about 2,400 miles, stretching all the way from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California.
- The Department of the Interior would manage the trail. They are required to keep the unique and quirky character that the road is known for while talking with Native American tribes about any big changes.
- The government cannot take private land to build the trail unless the owner agrees to it. It also forbids using eminent domain, which is when the government forces someone to sell their property.
- The bill makes sure that nearby businesses and energy projects are not affected. Activities like drilling or power lines can continue, and the trail designation will not create new rules for land outside the trail.
- Local and state governments keep their power to manage roads and utilities. No new federal permits would be required for people living or working along the route just because of this new title.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Route 66 National Historic Trail Designation Act
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