Biking on Long-Distance Trails Act

Bill 117 hr 6337, also known as the Biking on Long-Distance Trails Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to promote and support biking on long-distance trails throughout the United States.

The main provisions of the bill include the establishment of a grant program to fund the development and maintenance of long-distance biking trails. These grants would be awarded to state and local governments, as well as non-profit organizations, to help improve existing trails and create new ones.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase access to long-distance biking trails by requiring the Department of Transportation to develop a national strategy for promoting biking as a mode of transportation. This strategy would include recommendations for improving bike infrastructure, increasing safety measures, and promoting biking as a healthy and sustainable form of transportation. Overall, the Biking on Long-Distance Trails Act seeks to support and expand biking opportunities in the United States, with the goal of encouraging more people to use bikes as a means of transportation and recreation.