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HR 2768119th CongressIntroduced
Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2025
Introduced: Oct 30, 2025
Environment & ClimateInfrastructure
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a one-year feasibility study for designating the 287-mile Benton MacKaye Trail across Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina as a national scenic trail under the National Trails System Act, emphasizing its conservation value and economic benefits to rural communities.
Key Points
- 1The bill mandates a comprehensive feasibility study within one year to evaluate designating the trail as a national scenic trail, focusing on its conservation significance and recreational infrastructure.
- 2The trail spans 287 miles through three states, traversing six wilderness areas, national parks, and multiple national forests while supporting biodiversity and local tourism economies.
- 3Study requirements include consultation with the Benton MacKaye Trail Association and stakeholders, leveraging existing maintenance infrastructure with 95% of the trail on federal land.
Impact Areas
USDA Forest Service and federal land management agenciesRural communities in Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina benefiting from trail tourismBenton MacKaye Trail Association and conservation organizationsHikers and outdoor recreation enthusiasts using the trail system
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