The Public Record · Docket FS-2025-0001

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Every public comment on the proposed rescission of the Roadless Rule, sorted by what it talks about. Pick a topic, then narrow by position, by how hard the comment is for the agency to set aside, or by how substantive it is. Each comment is shown in full, as filed. How comments are classified and scored is explained in the Comment Analysis.

1 unique comments58 submissions
Position
  • Opposes rescission 100.0%
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  • A1 strong 0
  • A2 moderate 0
  • A3 weak 0
  • A0 none 1
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Median 3middle half 3–3 · 1 scored
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  1. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-600464
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. #Keep it wild ps comment submitted as directed
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  2. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-605428
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. #Keep it wild ps comment submitted as directed
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  3. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-570428
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.This comment stands for all 58 submissions in its group.

    Keep the Roadless Rule, protect the forest! Not only is it an irreplaceable home for countless flora and fauna, but one of the best ways to combat climate change is to plant trees to absorb the CO2! Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. Managed forests are not natural ecosystems and we need to preserve these roadless areas. Everything can’t be for short-term profit.
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  4. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-570488
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Keep the Roadless Rule, protect the forest! Not only is it an irreplaceable home for countless flora and fauna, but one of the best ways to combat climate change is to plant trees to absorb the CO2! Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. Managed forests are not natural ecosystems and we need to preserve these roadless areas. Everything can’t be for short-term profit.
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  5. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-570537
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. #Keep it wild
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  6. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-570569
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    I oppose the elimination of the Roadless Rule. Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness.
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  7. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-570577
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. Don’t forget the future generations. Wild places are important for the ecosystems they house, the nutrients they provide, the future medicinal miracles that will be discovered there. Do not log for a quick buck. There are better ways to do it Keep it wild.
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  8. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-570801
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. Keep our wild places wild and leave the current rule in place.
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  9. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-571657
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. ps comment submitted as directed
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  10. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-571977
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. #Keep it wild
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  11. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-572308
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. This would place our forests, wildlife, and fauna in jeopardy.
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  12. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-572357
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. #Keep it wild ps comment submitted as directed
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  13. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-572407
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. Keep it wild
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  14. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-572423
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. Leave our wilderness alone!!!
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  15. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-572562
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. #Keep it wild
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  16. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-572664
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. #Keep it wild
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  17. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-572678
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. #Keep it wild ps comment submitted as directed
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  18. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-572915
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. #Keep it wild
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  19. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-573274
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. Keep it wild
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  20. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-573618
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 58 submissions in its group.

    Healthy, untouched forests naturally soak up greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. Plus, the current rule already lets local managers thin out overgrown trees near neighborhoods to prevent dangerous wildfires. There is simply no need to build new roads or allow aggressive commercial logging deep in the wilderness. #Keep it wild
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