The Public Record · Docket FS-2025-0001

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Position

Opposes rescission 100.0%

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A2 moderate 0
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 28, 2026FS-2025-0001-485303
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@alex blumy: If u want something quick to paste u can paste this! I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 24, 2026FS-2025-0001-477694
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If u want something quick to paste u can paste this! I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 24, 2026FS-2025-0001-480647
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I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without implementing clear safeguards for mature and old-growth forests to protect them from the exposure to commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire protection, public safety, and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old forests. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-466909
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I support maintaining strong protections for mature and old-growth forests while allowing narrowly tailored exceptions for wildfire prevention, public safety, and ecological restoration, while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-448418
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As an American citizen, I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-449356
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I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-449665
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I oppose rescinding the Roadless as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-450200
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@alex blumy: If u want something quick to paste u can paste this! I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-451643
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It’s me again Margaret, and I will always oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes. Not even to mention how susceptible this would make all of the clear cut areas and the little bits of ‘new growth’ to wildfires, which isn’t something I think we should have to worry about any extra either.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-453689
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To whom this may concern, I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-457953
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I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes. Sincerely, A concerned citizen
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-458093
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I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule. Clear safeguards need to be implemented for mature and old-growth forests that stand to protect them from exposure to commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-458288
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i oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without implementing clear safe guards for mature and old-growth forests to protect them from exposure to commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, i respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety, and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-459564
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@alex blumy: If u want something quick to paste u can paste this! I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-460968
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I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes. Removing this rule will increase the risk of wildfires in the area and continue to harm the ecosystem. Thank you for your consideration.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-461177
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I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards because this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate, scientifically-backed wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees, which will be more susceptible to wildfires. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-462073
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I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace quickly.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 18, 2026FS-2025-0001-446064
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Please conserve roadless areas!! I am a NYC resident and taxpayer and I shudder to think about the weekends I spend in the forests being taken away by roads. I support responsible forest management, including wildfire prevention, prescribed fire and appropriate thinning. However, I am concerned that rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes!
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 18, 2026FS-2025-0001-447184
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To whom it may concern, I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without clear safeguards as this could expose mature and old-growth forests to unnecessary commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes. Regards, Alex Ives Connecticut
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 18, 2026FS-2025-0001-447965
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I oppose rescinding the Roadless Rule without implementing clear safeguards for mature and old-growth forests to protect them from exposure to commercial harvesting and permanent road construction. Before changing the rule, I respectfully ask the Forest Service to establish enforceable protections for existing old-growth trees and ecologically significant mature forests. Any exceptions should allow legitimate wildfire prevention, public safety and ecological restoration while preventing those exceptions from becoming a pathway for unnecessary commercial removal of irreplaceable old trees. These forests took centuries to develop and cannot simply be replaced by planting new trees. Please preserve responsible forest-management tools while adding clear protections for the mature and old-growth forests we cannot replace within our lifetimes. Sujata Thomas
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