The Public Record · Docket FS-2025-0001

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Opposes rescission 100.0%

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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Oct 4, 2026FS-2025-0001-544650
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LEAVE OUR FORESTS ALONE! THEY ARE PUBLIC LAND FOR US TO ENJOY - NOT YOURS TO DEVELOP! STAY AWAY! As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Abigail ONeill
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Oct 4, 2026FS-2025-0001-546344
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We need unspoiled forests, not timber! I strenuously support the roadless rule, and oppose its repeal. As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Mary Shesgreen
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Oct 4, 2026FS-2025-0001-548636
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We've already damaged too much of the environment. Please protect us from this anti-environment president. As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, David Doane
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 23, 2026FS-2025-0001-474176
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As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Any similar immoral, reckless and disrespectful actions from this current administration must be stopped. Sincerely, George Brewer
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-463721
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As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. Once these areas are gone, they won't be coming back and we will have lost these resources. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Susan Merrill
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-464139
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I love our national parks and forests. Please protect them from Donald Trump and his administration. As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Bruce Thron-Weber
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-464559
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As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Thank you for your time and consideration of my comments regarding this critical issue. Sincerely, George Hartman
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-464692
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As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. There is no reason to keep this areas off limits to further development Sincerely, Paul Fritz
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-464707
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As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Please do not open our forests to private enterprise. Bethany Gay Talley Sincerely, Bethany Talley
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-465572
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As an American who knows how much our natural spaces are treasured as a key part of what makes this nation great, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Ben Hitmar
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-465580
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As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Donald Trump is a Godzilla, which bulldozes U.S. national parks and forests. Stop the Godzilla!!!! Sincerely, Piotr Sliwka
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-466393
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I am a lifelong national forest recreation user. These intact landscapes are part of our health and happiness. And as a conservationist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Diana Pace
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-467304
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As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. This issue is important to me, and I appreciate your consideration of my comments regarding this matter. Sincerely, Nancy Hartman
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-462549
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As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. Our resources are finite. We must act for the future, not the rapacious interests of the current administration and its followers. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Ora Citron
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-462671
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As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kevin Scutt 1115 Main St. Fishkill, NY 12524 Sincerely, Kevin Scutt
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-462749
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As an environmentalist and an American that loves my country, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Doing so is immoral and un-American, not to mention incredibly short-sighted. Sincerely, Elizabeth Mullen
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-462861
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As an environmentalist who enjoys walking through the woods and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. We need the trees to breathe as a nation, they are essential for our environment. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Babette Grunow
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-462949
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As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. Not every wild place needs to be destroyed for politics and greed. Leave the roadless areas untouched. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Norman Dowling
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-462955
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As an environmentalist and member of the League of Conservation Voters, I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule currently protects more than 44 million acres of land from logging and road construction, including old-growth forests like the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. It is one of the most important safeguards we have to protect our national forests from corporate development. Rescinding the Roadless Rule would open the door to road-building, logging, and industrial development, jeopardizing our nation’s most treasured old-growth forests and threatening the health and safety of communities across the country. This rollback is a blatant, reckless giveaway to corporate polluters — with devastating costs for our communities and our planet: - Wildlife habitat will be shattered, pushing vulnerable species to the brink - Drinking water will be polluted for millions of Americans, due to increased runoff and contamination from deforestation. - Old-growth forests will be destroyed, releasing more carbon and worsening the climate crisis. - Wildfires will be made more destructive, fueled by new roads and reckless development. - Our last wild places will be lost, sacrificed for corporate profits. We cannot risk losing these protections. Help keep our forests, climate, and communities safe — do not repeal the Roadless Rule. Logging Corporations should have no say or influence in making decisions about forest conservation and management. Sincerely, Ann Hancock
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