Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Completion Act

# Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Completion Act Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill aims to complete the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, a long-distance hiking route that runs roughly 3,100 miles along the Rocky Mountain ridge from Mexico to Canada. The legislation would address gaps in the trail system and facilitate its completion by authorizing land transfers and establishing clearer oversight for the trail's development and maintenance. **Who It Affects** The bill directly impacts five states along the Continental Divide: Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, and Wyoming. It affects outdoor recreation enthusiasts and hikers, landowners whose property the trail crosses, local communities along the route, and federal land management agencies responsible for maintaining the trail.

The bill also has broader implications for conservation efforts and public access to federal lands. **Key Details & Current Status** The bill includes provisions for congressional oversight of the trail project and addresses land use and conservation issues related to the route. As of now, HR 2877 remains in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full House vote. No action has been taken beyond the initial committee assignment.