H.R. 3451: To amend the National Trails System Act to direct the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on the feasibility of designating the Bonneville Shoreline Trail.

This bill proposes to amend the National Trails System Act to instruct the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study regarding the feasibility of designating the Bonneville Shoreline Trail as part of the national trail system. The Bonneville Shoreline Trail is a network of trails that stretches about 280 miles from the border of Idaho and Utah down to Nephi, Utah. It follows the path of the Bonneville bench, which was formed by the ancient Lake Bonneville.

Key Components of the Bill

• The main objective is to assess whether the Bonneville Shoreline Trail can be formally designated as a part of the National Trails System.
• This designation would provide the trail with recognition and potentially enable access to federal resources for maintenance and development.
• A feasibility study would be initiated to evaluate the logistical, environmental, and economic factors involved in such a designation.
• The study would also consider the impact on local communities, trail users, and environmental conservation efforts.

Steps Involved in the Feasibility Study

• Analysis of the existing trail structure and its conditions.
• Assessment of necessary improvements and associated costs.
• Evaluation of community support and potential usage for recreational activities.
• Consideration of environmental impacts and protections needed for the areas along the trail.

Benefits of Designation

• Increased visibility and promotion of outdoor recreational opportunities by recognizing the trail as a national resource.
• Potential eligibility for federal funding that could aid in the maintenance and enhancement of the trail.
• Encouragement for tourism and economic development in the regions the trail traverses.

Process Following the Study

Based on the findings of the feasibility study, there will be recommendations on whether the Bonneville Shoreline Trail should be formally included in the National Trails System. This could lead to future legislative action to implement those recommendations, should the study find the designation beneficial.

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