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A bill to amend title 54, United States Code, to provide that State law shall apply to the use of motor vehicles on roads within a System unit.

6/18/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4560

Bill 118 s 4560, also known as the "State Law Motor Vehicle Use on System Unit Roads Act," aims to amend title 54 of the United States Code to specify that state law will govern the use of motor vehicles on roads within a System unit. This bill seeks to clarify the jurisdiction and regulations surrounding the use of motor vehicles on roads within federally managed lands.

Currently, there is some ambiguity regarding which laws apply to the use of motor vehicles on roads within System units, which include national parks, national forests, and other federally managed lands. This bill aims to streamline regulations by ensuring that state laws take precedence in governing motor vehicle use on these roads.

By specifying that state law will apply to motor vehicle use on System unit roads, this bill aims to provide consistency and clarity for visitors and residents alike. It also seeks to promote cooperation between federal and state authorities in managing motor vehicle use on these roads. Overall, Bill 118 s 4560 seeks to enhance the management and regulation of motor vehicle use on roads within System units by clearly defining the jurisdiction and regulations that apply. This bill aims to promote safety, conservation, and cooperation between federal and state authorities in managing motor vehicle use on federally managed lands.

Current Status of Bill S 4560

Bill S 4560 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 17, 2024. Bill S 4560 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 17, 2024.  Bill S 4560's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of June 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4560

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4560

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4560

A bill to amend title 54, United States Code, to provide that State law shall apply to the use of motor vehicles on roads within a System unit.
A bill to amend title 54, United States Code, to provide that State law shall apply to the use of motor vehicles on roads within a System unit.

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