This summer, Representatives Darin LaHood (R-IL) and Grace Napolitano (D-CA) reintroduced bipartisan legislation (H.R. 4338) that would designate Route 66 as a National Historic Trail. They were joined by Representatives Jake LaTurner (R-KS) and House Natural Resources Federal Lands Subcommittee Ranking Member Joe Neguse (D-CO) as original cosponsors.

Advocates are currently conducting outreach to House offices to secure additional cosponsors and push for congressional action this Congress. The bill provides a unique opportunity to secure preservation for Route 66, the most culturally and internationally recognized stretch of highway in America, ahead of the Route 66 centennial celebration in 2026.

Take action to support this effort by contacting your House Rep to urge their support for the legislation.