United StatesRequires Corps to preserve public recreational access during construction
It affects access to parks, trails, and waterways when federal water projects are built, shaping local recreation availability and planning.
What it does
Directs the Secretary of the Army to maintain an equivalent level of recreational access when Corps construction affects public recreational amenities.
Requires feasibility studies to review potential impacts on existing public recreational amenities (hiking, biking, walking, waterborne recreation).
Requires final project recommendations to include a plan to maintain equivalent access during construction.
States congressional expectations to minimize temporary disruptions and provide alternative public access through planning and coordination.
Argument forHelps protect public recreation by requiring the Corps to plan for maintaining equivalent access and to provide alternatives during construction.
Argument againstThe planning requirements could add complexity, time, and cost to feasibility studies and project schedules without new funding.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jun 18Introduced in HouseLatest
- Jun 18Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.Introduced
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