More Kentucky happenings: Adventure Tourism Bill becomes law.
Here's the press release from Governor Steve Beshear's office:
Governor Beshear Announces Passage of Adventure Tourism Bill
FRANKFORT, KY (March 28, 2008) – Gov. Steve Beshear announced that he will sign Senate Bill 196 which today passed the Senate unopposed. The “Adventure Tourism Bill,” sponsored by Sen. Brandon Smith (R-Hazard), allows the state to enter into agreements with private property owners for the use of land for recreational activities such as horseback riding, hiking, fishing, hunting and motorized vehicle use. Under the current law, property owners face liability issues if they allow the public to use their land.
“This bill allows our outdoor enthusiasts to cross the commonwealth by trail from as far west as Columbus to as far east as Phelps and from as far north as Rabbit Hash to as far south as Ashlock,” said First Lady Jane Beshear, a supporter of the bill. “It makes all 120 counties in Kentucky a destination for outdoor adventure tourism.”
The bill also had the strong backing of Lt. Gov. Daniel Mongiardo. “Thanks to the passage of this legislation, we will see economic development in all 120 counties,” said Mongiardo. “For example, last year in Harlan County 70,000 people used a public ATV trail. Those who stayed spent an average of $180 a night.”
Gov. Beshear applauded the bipartisan effort behind the passage of Senate Bill 196. “Sens. Smith and Robert Stivers (R-Manchester) and Reps. Robin Webb (D-Grayson), Keith Hall (D-Phelps) all came together to see this legislation through the House and Senate,” said the governor. “I congratulate each of them for helping us promote Kentucky as a premier frontier for adventure tourism”
The commonwealth’s state park system is regarded as one of the best in the nation. It is made up of 53 state parks and historical sites, 17 of which offer overnight accommodations and are considered “resort parks” – the most of any state. They offer biking, hiking, camping, golfing, fishing, off-roading, horseback riding, boating and swimming.
“With all of these opportunities for adventure tourism at our doorstep, each legislator must encourage their counties to build on their individual strengths,” said Sen. Smith. “This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase Kentucky to the world.”
Governor Beshear Announces Passage of Adventure Tourism Bill
FRANKFORT, KY (March 28, 2008) – Gov. Steve Beshear announced that he will sign Senate Bill 196 which today passed the Senate unopposed. The “Adventure Tourism Bill,” sponsored by Sen. Brandon Smith (R-Hazard), allows the state to enter into agreements with private property owners for the use of land for recreational activities such as horseback riding, hiking, fishing, hunting and motorized vehicle use. Under the current law, property owners face liability issues if they allow the public to use their land.
“This bill allows our outdoor enthusiasts to cross the commonwealth by trail from as far west as Columbus to as far east as Phelps and from as far north as Rabbit Hash to as far south as Ashlock,” said First Lady Jane Beshear, a supporter of the bill. “It makes all 120 counties in Kentucky a destination for outdoor adventure tourism.”
The bill also had the strong backing of Lt. Gov. Daniel Mongiardo. “Thanks to the passage of this legislation, we will see economic development in all 120 counties,” said Mongiardo. “For example, last year in Harlan County 70,000 people used a public ATV trail. Those who stayed spent an average of $180 a night.”
Gov. Beshear applauded the bipartisan effort behind the passage of Senate Bill 196. “Sens. Smith and Robert Stivers (R-Manchester) and Reps. Robin Webb (D-Grayson), Keith Hall (D-Phelps) all came together to see this legislation through the House and Senate,” said the governor. “I congratulate each of them for helping us promote Kentucky as a premier frontier for adventure tourism”
The commonwealth’s state park system is regarded as one of the best in the nation. It is made up of 53 state parks and historical sites, 17 of which offer overnight accommodations and are considered “resort parks” – the most of any state. They offer biking, hiking, camping, golfing, fishing, off-roading, horseback riding, boating and swimming.
“With all of these opportunities for adventure tourism at our doorstep, each legislator must encourage their counties to build on their individual strengths,” said Sen. Smith. “This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase Kentucky to the world.”
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