§8471. Definitions — Inbound Citations
16 U.S.C. § 8471
Cited by 38 provisions in release 119-102.
Citations to 16 U.S.C. § 8471 as a whole
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(IV) Veterans organizations, as such term is defined in section 8471 of this title.
Citations to §8471(1)
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(2) develop accessible trails under section 8484 of this title; and
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(A) in compliance with all applicable land use and management plans of the Federal recreational lands and waters on which the accessible trail is located; and
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(a) Not later than 1 year after January 4, 2025, the Secretary concerned shall select a location or locations to develop at least 3 new accessible trails—(1) on National Forest System lands in each region of the Forest Service;(3) on land managed by the Bureau of Land Management in each region of the Bureau of Land Management; and(4) on land managed by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service in each region of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.
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(b) In developing an accessible trail under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned—(1) may—(A) create a new accessible trail;(B) modify an existing trail into an accessible trail; or(C) create an accessible trail from a combination of new and existing trails; and(2) shall—(A) consult with stakeholders with respect to the feasibility and resources necessary for completing the accessible trail;(B) ensure the accessible trail complies with the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.) and section 794 of title 29; and(C) to the extent practicable, ensure that outdoor constructed features supporting the accessible trail, including trail bridges, parking spaces, and restroom facilities, meet the requirements of the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.) and section 794 of title 29.
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(A) create a new accessible trail;
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(B) modify an existing trail into an accessible trail; or
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(C) create an accessible trail from a combination of new and existing trails; and
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(A) consult with stakeholders with respect to the feasibility and resources necessary for completing the accessible trail;
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(B) ensure the accessible trail complies with the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.) and section 794 of title 29; and
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(C) to the extent practicable, ensure that outdoor constructed features supporting the accessible trail, including trail bridges, parking spaces, and restroom facilities, meet the requirements of the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.) and section 794 of title 29.
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(c) Not later than 7 years after January 4, 2025, the Secretary concerned, in coordination with stakeholders described under subsection (b)(2), shall complete each accessible trail developed under subsection (a).
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(d) For each accessible trail developed under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned shall—(1) publish and distribute maps and install signage, consistent with Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 accessibility guidelines and section 794d of title 29; and(2) coordinate with stakeholders to leverage any non-Federal resources necessary for the development, stewardship, completion, or promotion of the accessible trail.
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(2) coordinate with stakeholders to leverage any non-Federal resources necessary for the development, stewardship, completion, or promotion of the accessible trail.
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(e) In developing each accessible trail under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned shall ensure that the accessible trail—(1) minimizes conflict with—(A) the uses in effect before January 4, 2025, with respect to any trail that is part of that accessible trail;(B) multiple-use areas where biking, hiking, horseback riding, off-highway vehicle recreation, or use by pack and saddle stock are existing uses on January 4, 2025; or(C) the purposes for which any trail is established under the National Trails System Act (16 U.S.C. 1241 et seq.); and(2) complies with all applicable land use and management plans of the Federal recreational lands and waters on which the accessible trail is located.
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(A) the uses in effect before January 4, 2025, with respect to any trail that is part of that accessible trail;
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(2) complies with all applicable land use and management plans of the Federal recreational lands and waters on which the accessible trail is located.
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(1) Not later than 3 years after January 4, 2025, the Secretary concerned, in coordination with stakeholders and other interested organizations, shall prepare and publish an interim report that lists the accessible trails developed under this section during the previous 3 years.
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(2) Not later than 7 years after January 4, 2025, the Secretary concerned, in coordination with stakeholders and other interested organizations, shall prepare and publish a final report that lists the accessible trails developed under this section.
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(2) coordinate with stakeholders to leverage any non-Federal resources necessary for the development, stewardship, completion, or promotion of the accessible trail.
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(2) the availability and location of accessible trails, including new accessible trails developed and completed under section 8484 of this title;
Citations to §8471(2)
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(e) In publishing information about each trail under this subsection, the Secretary concerned shall make public information about trails that do not meet the Architectural Barriers Act accessibility guidelines but could otherwise provide outdoor recreation opportunities to individuals with disabilities through the use of certain assistive technology.
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(1) publish and distribute maps and install signage, consistent with Architectural Barriers Act accessibility guidelines and section 794d of title 29; and
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(e) In publishing information about each trail under this subsection, the Secretary concerned shall make public information about trails that do not meet the Architectural Barriers Act accessibility guidelines but could otherwise provide outdoor recreation opportunities to individuals with disabilities through the use of certain assistive technology.
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(3) make minor modifications to existing trails to enhance recreational experiences for individuals with disabilities using assistive technology—(A) in compliance with all applicable land use and management plans of the Federal recreational lands and waters on which the accessible trail is located; and(B) in consultation with stakeholders, including veterans organizations and organizations with expertise or experience providing outdoor recreation opportunities to individuals with disabilities.
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In carrying out this part, the Secretary concerned may enter into partnerships, contracts, or agreements with other Federal, State, Tribal, local, or private entities, including existing outfitting and guiding services, to make assistive technology available on Federal recreational lands and waters.
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(4) access to, and assistance with, assistive technology;
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(2) the acquisition of assistive technology to facilitate improved outdoor recreation opportunities for members of the Armed Forces or veterans.
Citations to §8471(4)
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(a) Not later than 1 year after January 4, 2025, the Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation established under section 1131 shall develop and make public a strategy to increase visits to Federal recreational lands and waters by members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and Gold Star Family members.
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(A) establish objectives and quantifiable targets for increasing visits to Federal recreational lands and waters by members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and Gold Star Family members;
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(C) emphasize increased recreation opportunities on Federal recreational lands and waters for members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and Gold Star Family members; and
Citations to §8471(5)
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(C) to the extent practicable, ensure that outdoor constructed features supporting the accessible trail, including trail bridges, parking spaces, and restroom facilities, meet the requirements of the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.) and section 794 of title 29.
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(C) to the extent practicable, ensure that outdoor constructed features supporting the accessible recreation opportunity, including trail bridges, parking spaces and restroom facilities, meet the requirements of the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 and section 794 of title 29.
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(9) outdoor constructed features; and
Citations to §8471(6)
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(1) in consultation with stakeholders, including veterans organizations and organizations with expertise or experience providing outdoor recreation opportunities to individuals with disabilities;
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(B) in consultation with stakeholders, including veterans organizations and organizations with expertise or experience providing outdoor recreation opportunities to individuals with disabilities.
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(3) coordinate with Military Veterans Outdoor Recreation Liaisons at other Federal agencies and veterans organizations; and