H.R. 2768: Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2026
A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | House bill (H.R.) |
| Originating chamber | House |
| Introduced | 2025-04-09 |
| Sponsor | Rep. Fleischmann, Charles J. "Chuck" [R-TN-3] |
| Policy area | Public Lands and Natural Resources |
| Cosponsors | 3 |
| Latest action | 2026-06-03 — Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 426. |
| Last updated | 2026-07-24 |
Summary
Official summary (Reported to House, 2026-04-02):
Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2026
This bill requires the Department of Agriculture to study the feasibility of designating the Benton MacKaye Trail (located in Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina) as a national scenic trail.
Cosponsors (3)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Steve Cohen | D TN (original cosponsor) 2025-04-09 |
| Chuck Edwards | R NC (original cosponsor) 2025-04-09 |
| Lucy McBath | D GA (original cosponsor) 2025-04-09 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 2768 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is H.R. 2768?
H.R. 2768 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2026.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 2768 are available on congress.gov.
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