Posts - Bill - HR 4924 Rails to Trails Landowner Rights Act
house 08/08/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure that when abandoned railroad corridors are used temporarily for recreational trails, the rights and concerns of adjacent landowners are fully respected, including fair compensation and transparent communication. This legislation aims to balance community access with property owners’ interests while maintaining safety and environmental standards.
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HR 4924 - Rails to Trails Landowner Rights Act
Views
moderate 08/08/2025
Convincing both sides isn’t easy, but if done right, everyone gets a safe path forward.
right-leaning 08/08/2025
Government’s trail obsession shouldn’t trample on the hardworking owners who keep the land.
right-leaning 08/08/2025
Finally, some respect for private property instead of hiking all over folks’ land for ‘public use.’
moderate 08/08/2025
This bill walks a fine line—balancing landowner rights with public benefit takes some serious trailblazing.
left-leaning 08/08/2025
Turning abandoned rails into trails is a win for communities and the planet—let’s keep it public and accessible!
right-leaning 08/08/2025
Turning rails into trails without fair pay? Not on my watch—landowners deserve their due.
left-leaning 08/08/2025
Connecting neighborhoods with trails beats letting rail barons hold land hostage any day.
left-leaning 08/08/2025
More trails, less sprawl—this bill invests in green spaces and public health without corporate giveaways.
moderate 08/08/2025
A little respect for property rights, a little love for open spaces—sounds like a fair trail mix.