Washington’s Trail—1753 National Historic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2025

HR 4566, the Washington’s Trail - 1753 National Historic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2025, authorizes a study to determine if a 500-mile historical route - from Williamsburg, Virginia, to Fort LeBoeuf (Waterford), Pennsylvania - taken by George Washington in 1753 should be designated as a National Historic Trail. The bill directly affects this specific historical corridor, which follows Washington’s diplomatic journey preceding the French and Indian War. The study will assess the route’s historical significance and suitability for National Historic Trail designation under the National Trails System Act. This is a procedural bill focused solely on evaluating the route’s potential, not implementing any immediate policy changes.