Appalachian Trail Centennial Act

# Appalachian Trail Centennial Act Summary The Appalachian Trail Centennial Act (HR 5134) would authorize federal funding and programs to commemorate the 100-year anniversary of the Appalachian Trail, a famous 2,190-mile hiking trail that stretches from Georgia to Maine. The bill focuses on conservation, recreation, and economic development along the trail corridor, which passes through 14 states. It would direct the Department of the Interior to coordinate centennial activities and celebrations while also addressing land management, wildlife protection, and trail maintenance issues. The bill primarily affects states along the Appalachian Trail route (including Georgia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, and others), local communities that depend on trail-related tourism, hiking enthusiasts, and conservation organizations.

Key provisions likely include funding for trail improvements, support for educational programs about the trail's history, assistance to small towns promoting trail-based tourism, and measures to protect the natural environment along the route. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced to a full House vote. It was introduced in the 119th Congress but has not yet been scheduled for further consideration.