Complete America’s Great Trails Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 7913 Complete America’s Great Trails Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Taxation. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 12:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7913

Bill 117 HR 7913, also known as the Complete America's Great Trails Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the goal of promoting and preserving the nation's great trails. The bill aims to designate a network of trails across the country as "America's Great Trails," which would include existing long-distance trails such as the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail.

The legislation seeks to enhance the connectivity and accessibility of these trails by providing funding for maintenance, improvements, and expansion. It also aims to promote outdoor recreation and tourism by highlighting the economic and health benefits of hiking and other outdoor activities.

Additionally, the Complete America's Great Trails Act includes provisions for collaboration between federal, state, and local governments, as well as non-profit organizations and private landowners, to ensure the protection and sustainability of the designated trails. Overall, this bill is focused on recognizing and supporting the importance of America's great trails as valuable resources for recreation, conservation, and community engagement. It seeks to ensure that these trails remain accessible and well-maintained for future generations to enjoy.

Congressional Summary of HR 7913

Complete America's Great Trails Act

This bill allows a tax credit for the fair market value of any National Scenic Trail conservation contribution. The Department of the Interior must study and report on the efficacy of the tax credit in completing, extending, and increasing the number of National Scenic Trails and the feasibility and cost of making the credit refundable and transferable.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7913

Bill HR 7913 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 31, 2022. Bill HR 7913 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 31, 2022. Bill HR 7913's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of May 31, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7913

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7913

Complete America’s Great Trails Act

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for qualified conservation contributions which include National Scenic Trails.