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HCR 1011

TO RECOGNIZE BENTONVILLE'S INVESTMENT IN CYCLING AND ITS TITLE AS THE MOUNTAIN BIKING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jim Dotson and 3 co-sponsors

Bentonville’s cycling investments and designation as Mountain Biking Capital of the World are publicly endorsed to keep expanding trails, culture, and outdoor recreation.

Approved by the Governor
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Bill Summary · HCR 1011

Summary of HCR 1011 (Arkansas, 95th General Assembly)

Overview

HCR 1011 is a House Concurrent Resolution recognizing Bentonville’s investment in cycling and its designation as the Mountain Biking Capital of the World. It is a non-binding, symbolic acknowledgment (concurrent resolution) and does not create new law or funding. The bill was introduced March 20, 2025, and received the Governor’s approval on April 16, 2025.

Purpose and Intent

  • To affirm the City of Bentonville’s ongoing commitment to cycling through trail development, infrastructure, marketing, and community engagement.
  • To recognize Bentonville’s status as a premier global destination for mountain biking and its designation as the Mountain Biking Capital of the World.
  • To commend the partnerships among local government, nonprofits, businesses, and community groups that support cycling and outdoor recreation.
  • To encourage continued investment in cycling culture, sustainability, and outdoor recreation for residents and visitors, contributing to quality of life, tourism, health, and economic prosperity.

Key Provisions and Provisions of the Resolution

  • Reaffirms Bentonville’s commitment to cycling by continuing to invest in trail development, community engagement, and sustainability initiatives.
  • Celebrates Bentonville’s designation as the Mountain Biking Capital of the World and recognizes the contributions of trail builders, cycling advocates, local businesses, and community members.
  • Encourages ongoing promotion and expansion of Bentonville’s cycling culture to benefit future generations through outdoor recreation, health, and economic vitality.
  • Upon adoption, directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to the leadership of the City of Bentonville by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives.

Background Details Highlighted in the Bill

  • Bentonville and Visit Bentonville are noted for substantial investments in cycling infrastructure, marketing, and engagement.
  • The region features more than eighty (80) miles of trails locally, connected to over four hundred (400) miles of purpose-built mountain biking trails regionally.
  • The bill emphasizes tourism, economic development, community wellness, and sustainability as benefits of the city’s cycling initiatives.

Procedural Status and Timeline

  • Introduced: March 20, 2025
  • Committee Action: Do Pass (March 31, 2025)
  • House/Senate Actions: Read, concurred, and enrolled in early April 2025
  • Governor Action: Approved by the Governor on April 16, 2025
  • Legislative designation: Concurrent resolution (non-binding)

Sponsors

  • Primary: Hester and McAlindon
  • Co-sponsors: R. Scott Richardson and J. Dotson

Impact and Takeaways

  • The resolution signals bipartisan legislative support for Bentonville’s cycling initiatives.
  • While non-binding, it publicly endorses continued investment in trails, infrastructure, and cycling culture, which may influence tourism marketing, event hosting, and regional outdoor recreation planning.
  • Highlights Bentonville’s role as a national/international example of integrating cycling into urban and regional planning.

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

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