Establishes a trail access advisory council to improve trail accessibility for people of all abilities in Massachusetts.
The bill creates a trail access advisory council to serve as a public resource for outdoor trail accessibility in Massachusetts. The council will consist of the secretary of the executive office of energy and environmental affairs, the commissioner of the department, and up to 11 additional members appointed by the secretary. At least one-third of the council members must self-identify as having a disability. The council will provide resources on universally accessible trail design, assess trail accessibility, hold public hearings, and make policy recommendations.
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