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- H.R.2438
H.R.2438: To encourage the establishment of appropriate trails on abandoned railroad rights-of-way, while ensuring the protection of certain reversionary property rights.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about taxation
- Introduced Sept. 9, 1997
- Latest Major Action Oct. 30, 1997
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
60 (3 Democrats, 1 Independent, 57 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Amends the National Trails System Act to: (1) delete provisions prohibiting the interim use of any established railroad rights-of-way for historic or recreation trails under such Act from being treated as abandonment of the use of such rights-of-way for railroad purposes; and (2) authorize the Surface Transportation Board, if a State, political subdivision, or qualified private organization is prepared to assume full responsibility with...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks and Public Lands.
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Subcommittee Hearings Held.
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| Sept. 9, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Jim R. Ryun (R-Kan.) |