Route 66 National Historic Trail Designation Act

Tribal Consultation: Section 2, amending Section 5(a)(33)(C)(ii) of the National Trails System Act, requires the Secretary of the Interior to conduct active, meaningful, and timely consultation with all affected Indian Tribes prior to undertaking any activity with respect to the trail that would have substantial direct impacts on them. This ensures that the voices of indigenous communities are heard and considered by officials we have voted for and their appointed administrators.

Protection of Private Property Rights: Section 2, amending Section 5(a)(33)(D) and (G) of the National Trails System Act, states that the United States cannot acquire land outside federally managed areas without the owner's consent, and explicitly bans the use of eminent domain or condemnation. This is a positive safeguard keeping everyday citizens secure in their property ownership without fear of government land grabs.

Protection of Energy Infrastructure and Development: Section 2, amending Section 5(a)(33)(F) of the National Trails System Act, ensures that nothing in the Act or management plan will prohibit, hinder, or disrupt current or future energy development, production, transportation, or transmission, including pipelines and renewable energy projects. This protects jobs and energy reliability for the public.