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Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Completion Act

4/30/2025, 3:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2877

The "Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Completion Act" was introduced in the 119th Congress on April 10, 2025. The bill seeks to address the completion of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Further details on the specific provisions and directives outlined in the bill are not explicitly provided in the context provided. More information can be accessed through the Congress.gov links included in the context.

Congressional Summary of HR 2877

Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Completion Act

This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of the Interior to seek to complete the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail no later than 10 years after the enactment of this bill.

USDA and Interior must establish a joint Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management trail completion team to work in coordination with the administrator of the trail to facilitate its completion and optimization.

USDA must complete a comprehensive development plan for the trail within three years.

USDA and Interior must also seek to enter into agreements with volunteer and nonprofit organizations to facilitate the completion and administration of the trail.

Current Status of Bill HR 2877

Bill HR 2877 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 10, 2025. Bill HR 2877 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 10, 2025.  Bill HR 2877's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of April 10, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2877

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2877

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2877

To require the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to prioritize the completion of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, and for other purposes.
To require the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to prioritize the completion of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, and for other purposes.

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