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HJR 1018

Plains-to-Pines Scenic Corridor

2026 Regular Session

Colorado designates Plains-to-Pines Scenic Corridor to promote tourism and coordinate land management across plains and mountain ecosystems through joint legislative resolution.

Senate Third Reading Passed - No Amendments
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Bill Summary · HJR 1018

Legislative bill overview

HJR 1018 establishes the Plains-to-Pines Scenic Corridor, a designated scenic route spanning from Colorado's eastern plains to its mountain pine forests. The joint resolution has passed both chambers of the Colorado legislature and been signed by legislative leadership, indicating formal approval of this corridor designation.

Why is this important

Scenic corridor designations typically influence land management, tourism promotion, and development patterns along the route. This designation could affect property rights, local economic development through increased tourism visibility, and conservation priorities in the affected regions—bridging two geographically distinct Colorado ecosystems.

Potential points of contention

  • Property rights and regulations: Landowners along the corridor may face new restrictions on development, resource extraction, or land use that come with scenic designation
  • Rural vs. urban interests: Plains communities may view this as tourism-driven development, while mountain communities might see it as conservation-focused, creating conflicting priorities
  • Implementation costs: Unclear whether the state will fund corridor maintenance, signage, and tourism infrastructure, or if this burden falls on local governments

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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