Protecting California’s Trails: CATMB’s 2026 Legislative Agenda is Live

This just in…our 2026 Legislative Agenda is live! It’s time now to advocate for cycling, trails, and our public lands.

Building a world-class trail network takes more than shovels and dirt—it also takes a seat at the table where the policies and regulations are made. Every year, thousands of new bills are proposed in Sacramento and Washington, D.C. Some of these have huge potential upside for our local California parks, while others carry fine print that could unintentionally make your favorite trails off-limits.

Our Government Affairs Team sifts through all the finer points to ensure the cycling and trails community is never an afterthought or byproduct of changes to our public policy.

Why Cycling, Trails, and Public Lands Legislation Matter

You don’t have to be a policy expert to enjoy a great day on the dirt. But the future of our local laps and backcountry epics depends on a few key pillars. Here is what CATMB is fighting for in 2026:

• Trail Funding & Recreation: Securing the state and federal dollars needed to build, expand, and maintain the mountain bike and multi-use trails we all love.
• Public Land Access: Making sure state parks, national forests, and local open spaces stay open and accessible to the cycling community.
• Smart Land Stewardship: Protecting California’s natural resources so our outdoor spaces remain pristine for the next generation of riders.
• Clear E-Bike & E-Moto Laws: Shaping sensible, easy-to-understand rules for e-bikes and e-motos to ensure safe and sustainable integration on our trails.

How California Cyclists Can Make a Difference

While our team is busy meeting with lawmakers, commenting on legislation, and testifying at hearings, our most effective tool isn’t a shovel—it’s you. Lawmakers pay attention when they know the outdoor recreation community is watching. You don’t need to read legislative text to make a massive impact. Simply by being aware of these issues and getting ready to make a quick call or fire off an email when we put out an action alert, you can help protect the places we play.

2026 Legislative Agenda is Live

Visit our 2026 Legislative Agenda page for a full rundown of priority legislation impacting cycling, trails, and public lands.