16 U.S.C. § 8483 — Trail pilot program
submitted 1 year ago by Pub. L. 118-234 to r/title-16-CONSERVATION · 239 words · no verdicts yet
Within 2 years, federal land managers must run a pilot program that partners with outside groups to measure trails, build accessible trails, and make small upgrades to existing trails for people with disabilities. The program must run in at least 5 units, including at least one each from the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, and Fish and Wildlife Service. It ends 7 years after January 4, 2025.
Not later than 2 years after January 4, 2025, the Secretary concerned* shall carry out a pilot program to enter into partnerships with eligible entities to—
measure high-priority trails as part of the assessment required under section 8482 of this title;
develop accessible trails under section 8484 of this title; and
make minor modifications to existing trails to enhance recreational experiences for individuals with disabilities using assistive technology*—
in compliance with all applicable land use and management plans of the Federal recreational lands and waters* on which the accessible trail* is located; and
in consultation with stakeholders, including veterans organizations and organizations with expertise or experience providing outdoor recreation opportunities to individuals with disabilities.
The Secretary* concerned shall select no fewer than 5 units or subunits under the jurisdiction of the respective Secretary concerned to carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a).
In selecting the locations of the pilot program, the Secretary shall ensure that the pilot program is carried out in at least one unit managed by the—
National Park Service;
Bureau of Land Management; and
United States Fish and Wildlife Service.
The pilot program established under this subsection 1 shall terminate on the date that is 7 years after January 4, 2025.
Source credit: (Pub. L. 118–234, title II, § 213, Jan. 4, 2025, 138 Stat. 2882.)
- 2025Enacted · Pub. L. 118-234 · 138 Stat. 2882
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