HR 4878

This bill, the National Discovery Trails Act, expands the National Trails System to include ‘national discovery trails.’ It designates the American Discovery Trail, a 6,000-mile route spanning the United States, as one such trail. The legislation outlines requirements for establishing and managing these trails, including their location, conservation of resources, and collaboration with volunteer organizations and local governments. It also mandates a comprehensive plan for each trail’s protection and development, ensuring alignment with existing agencies and local interests.