H.R.5470

Route 66 National Historic Trail Designation Act

Introduced·9/18/25

Route 66 National Historic Trail designated under the National Trails System Act.

The bill amends the National Trails System Act to designate the Route 66 National Historic Trail, which includes all alignments of U.S. Highway 66 from 1926 to 1985, extending approximately 2,400 miles from Chicago to Santa Monica. The Route 66 National Historic Trail will be administered by the Secretary of the Interior through the National Park Service, respecting its unique character. The designation does not alter existing authorities to grant easements or rights-of-way, nor does it affect the authority to develop, produce, transport, or transmit energy.

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History

Sep 18, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Sep 18, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.