I CAN Act

House Bill

H.R. 1317

119th Congress

I CAN Act

In Committee

Introduced:May 19, 2025

Primary Sponsor

David P. Joyce

Representative

Republican

OH-14

Cosponsors

3

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Summary

The I CAN Act addresses issues related to individual capabilities, access, or needs. The specific focus of the legislation would provide support or resources to help individuals overcome barriers or access opportunities.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.

SponsorDavid P. Joyce (R-OH)

Introduced5/19/2025

StatusReferred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means

ChamberHouse

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I CAN Act

The I CAN Act addresses issues related to individual capabilities, access, or needs. The specific focus of the legislation would provide support or resources to help individuals overcome barriers or access opportunities.

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The I CAN Act addresses issues related to individual capabilities, access, or needs. The specific focus of the legislation would provide support or resources to help individuals overcome barriers or access opportunities.

Bill Number: 1317
Sponsor: David P. Joyce (R-OH)
Introduced: 5/19/2025
Status: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means
Policy Area: Public Lands and Natural Resources

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Fact Sheet

Title: I CAN Act
Bill Number: 1317
Sponsor: David P. Joyce (R-OH)
Status: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means
Introduced: 5/19/2025
Summary: The I CAN Act addresses issues related to individual capabilities, access, or needs. The specific focus of the legislation would provide support or resources to help individuals overcome barriers or access opportunities.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

The I CAN Act addresses issues related to individual capabilities, access, or needs. The specific focus of the legislation would provide support or resources to help individuals overcome barriers or access opportunities.

Last updated: 1/5/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Continental Divide Trail Completion Act This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of the Interior to complete the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail by November 10, 2028. USDA and Interior must establish a joint Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management trail completion team to work in coordination with the administrator of the trail to facilitate its completion and optimization. USDA must submit to specified congressional committees a comprehensive development plan for the trail.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Addresses individual capabilities and access
Provides support for overcoming barriers
May target education, employment, or services
Focuses on individual needs and empowerment
Creates pathways to opportunity

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Individuals facing barriers would gain access to new resources or support. Programs created under this act would provide targeted assistance. The specific beneficiaries depend on the acts focus area.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Subjects

Colorado

Congressional oversight

Geography and mapping

Idaho

Land transfers

Land use and conservation

Montana

New Mexico

Outdoor recreation

Parks, recreation areas, trails

+1 more

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

1317, 119th Congress (2025). "I CAN Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-1317

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