In 2022, Congress authorized funding for the Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP), a vital initiative that helps expand trails connecting people to nature, recreation, schools, workplaces, and their broader neighborhoods.
Interconnected trails ensure safer commuting for pedestrians and cyclists, reducing reliance on cars and hazardous roads. Despite this importance, Congress allocated $0 for ATIIP during this year’s appropriations process.
Tell Congress to fully fund ATIIP in the upcoming appropriations process!
We cannot delay investments in these safe, active transportation systems. At a time when climate resilience is more important than ever, trails reduce emissions and traffic congestion by promoting carbon-free transportation. They help to prevent traffic-related fatalities among walkers and cyclists.
New trails are also a great way to connect to the outdoors and to each other, bringing exercise, adventure and joy to communities that lack parks and convenient access to nature.
That’s why, with your help, we’re working tirelessly to develop and link trails nationwide. But we can’t do it alone. Full funding for ATIIP is essential to bridge gaps in our trail systems across the country.
Help us connect more of America’s trails and foster healthier, greener communities by taking action today.
Thank you,
