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Post-Election Landscape: Next Steps for the Trail and Active Transportation Movement
December 09, 2024
During this webinar, RTC’s VP of Policy, Kevin Mills, outlined what the election results mean for trails, walking and biking.
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What the 2024 Election Means for Active Transportation
November 25, 2024
A few topline 2024 election takeaways by RTC predict new challenges and opportunities for active transportation.
Capitol building - Photo courtesy Getty Images
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Bridging the Gaps: Maine’s Vision for a Statewide Interconnected Trail Network
November 05, 2024
Maine Active Transportation Arterials plan calls for an active transportation system that would connect the state’s 25 largest municipalities.
Maine's Down East Sunrise Trail | Photo by Katie Guerin
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Examining the W&OD Trail as a Beloved Northern Virginia Asset and National Model
October 08, 2024
Stretching for 45 miles in Northern Virginia—the W&OD Trail has been a mainstay for millions of people over five decades.
One of the earliest rail-trails to influence Congress, the W&OD Trail in Northern Virginia is today a national model for the country, receiving millions of visitors each year. | Photo by Albert Ting
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Georgia’s Firefly Trail Shines Brightly
September 06, 2024
Georgia’s Firefly Trail is a planned 39-mile route is steadily realized with “model mile” sections that demonstrate the pathway’s potential.
Winterville stop along the Ticket to Ride event supporting Georgia's Firefly Trail | Photo courtesy Firefly Trail, Inc.
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Advocates Collaborate to Effectively Manage and Develop Ohio’s Statewide Trails Network
April 10, 2023
The Ohio Trails Partnership and RTC marked the 6th anniversary of the Ohio's Legislative Trails Caucus by calling on legislators to strategically invest in the statewide trails system.
Heartland Trail | Photo by TrailLink user jennijjr
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Advocates Amplify Indiana Governor’s Call for $50 Million Investment in Next Level Trails Program
March 14, 2023
The Greenways Foundation of Indiana and RTC urge legislature to bolster statewide trail fund for Next Level Trails Program.
Indiana’s Cardinal Greenway | Photo by Tony Valainis, courtesy RTC
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Groups Call on Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro to Prioritize Investment in State’s Active Transportation Infrastructure
February 22, 2023
Recommendations to accelerate trail networks to address economic development, climate resiliency, mobility and bike/ped safety.
New Jersey's D&R Canal State Park Trail is part of the Circuit Trails network | Photo courtesy Daniel Paschall
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Massive Investments in Trails to Connect Millions in California With Safe Community Paths
December 19, 2022
California approved a record-breaking $1.02 billion of investments in California trails for walking, biking and trail projects.
Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail | Photo courtesy City of Monterey
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Biden Administration Reestablishes Important Tool to Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions
July 07, 2022
RTC is urging all our supporters to once again weigh in with FHWA to say that trails matter, and that state DOTs should set goals and show if they are making progress toward a more sustainable transportation system by funding trails, walking and bicycling.
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