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 comments52 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 1middle half 1–1 · 1 scored
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  1. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-600414
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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 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
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  2. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-601640
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
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  3. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-601645
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
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  4. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-602198
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
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  5. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-602231
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
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  6. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-602432
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
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  7. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-602837
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
    Full analysis of this comment →
  8. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-606013
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
    Full analysis of this comment →
  9. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-612496
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    “Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.”
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  10. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 7, 2026FS-2025-0001-613860
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
    Full analysis of this comment →
  11. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-593814
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    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 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
    Full analysis of this comment →
  12. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-593822
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
    Full analysis of this comment →
  13. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-593823
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
    Full analysis of this comment →
  14. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-593824
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
    Full analysis of this comment →
  15. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-593838
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
    Full analysis of this comment →
  16. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-593845
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
    Full analysis of this comment →
  17. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-593951
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
    Full analysis of this comment →
  18. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-594035
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
    Full analysis of this comment →
  19. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-594080
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
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  20. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 1/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-594236
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 52 submissions in its group.

    Roadless areas represent some of the most intact public lands and wildlife habitats left in the country, home to more than 77 bird species of conservation concern. The intact forests of the National Forest System are essential for healthy bird populations, and these public lands are part of what makes our country so special. The Forest Service should not repeal the long-standing protections for forests in the Roadless Rule.
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