Pikes Peak Region Trail Finder

Photo by Craig F. Walker, The Denver Post

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

A bill that would make it clear that ski resorts are not just for winter activities has passed the U.S. Senate.

Current federal laws only allow ski-related activities on U.S. Forest Service land leased to resorts.

The Ski Area Recreation Opportunity Enhancement Act would allow special exemptions for downhill mountain biking trails, zip lines and disc golf courses.

According to the Denver Post, the legislation is expected to bring more jobs to mountain communities.