Model Policies — 2019
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High-profile, controversial legislation that would create incentives to construct a transit-rich housing project within a one-half mile radius of a major transit stop. Relevant due to potential for more bikeable/walkable communities and demand for biking & walking infrastructure, including first...
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Montana Motor Vehicle Registration Fee for Trails and Parks
This bill (S.B. 24) increases motor vehicle registration fee from $6 to $9, which will be used for the state parks, trails and recreational activities. Status of bill. Read the legislation.
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Maryland Priority Area Sidewalk Maintenance Bill
This bill (H.B. 0010) requires the State Highway Administration to repair and maintain certain sidewalks that are located within an area designated as a priority funding area; making conforming changes; and generally relating to repair and maintenance of sidewalks located within priority funding...
Success Stories

Florida: Funding Trails Through Conservation and the Ballot Box
Florida’s history of supporting environmental conservation and recreation dates back to the establishment of the Land Acquisition Trust Fund in 1963. Throughout the years, a number of programs have helped support this important trust fund—and today, Florida seeks to build on the success of these...
Ohio - Local (Oxford Area) Trails Levy
Oxford, Ohio (location of Miami University) passes tax levy to build 12-mile trail system. Read more about the process of getting this initiative on the ballot.
The City of Oxford, Ohio passed a property tax levy on May 8, 2018 to fund the construction of its planned 12-mile multi-use trail...