Human-Powered Travel in Wilderness Areas Act

This bill amends the Wilderness Act to clarify rules for nonmotorized travel (like hiking, biking, and skiing) in designated wilderness areas. It gives local officials from agencies like the National Park Service or Forest Service until 2026 to decide which nonmotorized activities are allowed on specific trails, or all nonmotorized travel automatically becomes permitted if they miss the deadline. Officials can impose reasonable limits - such as party size, speed, or trail direction - to protect wilderness character but cannot force new uses or alter wilderness areas. The bill directly affects wilderness visitors and park managers by setting clear, flexible rules for human-powered recreation.