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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-600897
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I write today to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-571766
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Dear Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz, I write today to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. Thank you for considering these comments.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Oct 1, 2026FS-2025-0001-527507
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This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. Thank you for considering these comments.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 23, 2026FS-2025-0001-471422
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I write today as a person who have devoted my career to land and habitat conservation in Florida, including the three National Forests in Florida, to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests in America – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. The Roadless Rule also retains the wilderness qualities of these land so they remain eligible to be designated as Federal Wilderness Areas. In Florida, where I live and enjoy the three national forests, the following roadless areas in the three national forests in Florida would likely lose their wilderness qualities and habitat for many species would be destroyed or degraded: Four roadless area In the Apalachicola National Forest: Clear Lake Roadless Area contains habitat for 15 at-risk species Gum Bay Roadless Area contains habitat for 17 at-risk species Long Bay Roadless Area contains habitat for 17 at-risk species Savannah Roadless Area contains habitat for 22 at-risk species Two roadless areas in the Ocala National Forest: Farles Prairie Roadless Area contains habitat for 14 at-risk species Alexander Springs Creek Roadless Area contains habitat for 18 at-risk species Three roadless areas in the Osceola National Forest: Pinhook Roadless Area contains habitat for 12 at-risk species Natural Area Wsa Roadless Area contains habitat for 10 at-risk species Impassable Bay Roadless Area contains habitat* for 12 at-risk species As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas nationwide. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. Thank you for considering these comments. Kent L. Wimmer klwimmer2@gmail.com Sent from 850-528-5261
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-458469
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Dear Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz, I STRONGLY oppose repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests which are crucial for wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. This is our heritage and important for our future. Before you made this proposal, did you check how many endangered species would be affected? It is as many as 414 animals and plants listed. These vital species have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are ONLY ABOUT 400 LEFT!, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. The roadless areas benefit Americans right now too: Roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. Please, do the math. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. Please considering these comments seriously. Thank you.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 15, 2026FS-2025-0001-409299
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Dear Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz, I write today to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. Thank you for considering these comments.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-343828
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The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 1, 2026FS-2025-0001-295323
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Dear Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz, I write to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests—called roadless areas—that provide critical wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened, or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the Pacific Northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing critical wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. Roadless areas also where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt—activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. Thank you for considering these comments. Sincerely, Your name Dear Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz, Russell Elliott
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 1, 2026FS-2025-0001-295399
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Deajr Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz, I write to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests—called roadless areas—that provide critical wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened, or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the Pacific Northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing critical wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. Roadless areas also where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt—activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. Thank you for considering these comment. Sincerely, Sharon L. Crawford
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Sep 1, 2026FS-2025-0001-296440
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Dear Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz, I write to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests—called roadless areas—that provide critical wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened, or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the Pacific Northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing critical wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. Roadless areas also where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt—activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. We need to do this no only for ourselves but our kids and grandkids. Thank you for considering these comments. Sincerely, Laurie R. Householder
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Aug 28, 2026FS-2025-0001-279294
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Dear Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz, I write today to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. Thank you for considering these comments. Sincerely, Margaret Spearman
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 6/24Aug 26, 2026FS-2025-0001-270863
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I write today to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. I live in Montana and roadless areas are a vital part of our regional culture, both for recreation and protecting our state from harmful wildfires. This past summer has been difficult in the face of heavy wildfire smoke. Forests in roadless areas are much less likely to ignite and are more resilient to fire. It is imperative that we keep these areas protected as barriers to preventing future catastrophic fires in our state. Please do not rescind the roadless rule and keep the land free for future generations of Americans.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Aug 24, 2026FS-2025-0001-267809
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I write today to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Aug 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-248438
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I write today to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. Thank you for considering these comments. Sincerely, Amy Quay
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Aug 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-250923
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Dear Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz, I write today to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. Thank you for considering these comments.
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Aug 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-253957
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I write today to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities. Thank you for considering these comments. Sincerely, Christa Bloomquist
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Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 4/24Aug 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-238044
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I write today to express my strong opposition to repealing the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. This rule protects 45 million acres of natural intact forests – called roadless areas -- that provide crucial wildlife habitat, especially for species that are declining. As many as 414 animals and plants listed as endangered, threatened or proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act have ranges that overlap with roadless areas. For example, the Pacific coastal marten relies on roadless areas in the pacific northwest. Once presumed extinct, we now know there are about 400 left, and they live deep within unlogged forests including National Forest roadless areas. In addition to providing crucial wildlife habitat, roadless areas are very important for delivering clean water to fish-bearing streams and eventually into the faucets of many American homes. They also are the places where many Americans go to hike, ride, bike, fish and hunt – activities that fuel a $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy that supports over five million jobs. A recent economic study found that roadless areas in the continental United States (excluding Idaho and Colorado, which are covered under separate rules) generate $24 billion in economic benefits. In contrast, sales of timber from National Forests represent about 1% of that figure. The benefits of this rule are so compelling that I am asking the Forest Service to keep this rule and not weaken it in any way. By doing this, we can promote wildlife conservation in this country and contribute to quality of life and economic security for our communities.
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