But USDA will likely IGNORE the public to satisfy corporate interests!
The comment period ended on September 19, 2025. Despite overwhelming opposition (99% of 223,868 comments), the USDA is expected to IGNORE the public and repeal protections anyway to enable corporate logging, mining, and road-building.
What Happens Next?
Comments Submitted
September 19, 2025 - COMPLETE
USFS Reviews Comments
October - November 2025
Final Decision
Expected Early 2026
URGENT: Congressional Action Needed NOW!
The USDA doesn't care about public opinion. ONLY massive pressure on Congress can stop this betrayal of the American people and our public lands:
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This is our ONLY hope! Congress can stop the USDA from ignoring the public. Make your representatives fight against this corporate giveaway!
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Read the public comments submitted to the Forest Service on regulations.gov.
Millions of wild acres.
One rule protects them all.
The comment period ended on September 19, 2025. Despite overwhelming opposition (99% of 223,868 comments), the USDA is expected to IGNORE the public and repeal protections anyway to enable corporate logging, mining, and road-building.
What Happens Next?
URGENT: Congressional Action Needed NOW!
The USDA doesn't care about public opinion. ONLY massive pressure on Congress can stop this betrayal of the American people and our public lands: