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NewsFox 13 News (WTVT) — EnvironmentAugust 19, 2026Hillsborough

Trump administration proposes repealing 2001 roadless rule for national forests

The Trump administration is initiating a process to repeal the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, which currently restricts road construction and logging on millions of acres of national forest land. The administration cites the need for improved wildfire management and forest health as the primary drivers for the proposed change.

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Why It Matters

The repeal would remove federal restrictions on road building and commercial development across millions of acres of national forest, potentially altering land use and environmental management practices in those areas.

Key Facts

  • The Trump administration is seeking to repeal the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule.
  • The 2001 rule currently protects millions of acres of national forest from road construction and logging.
  • The administration justifies the repeal by citing wildfire management and forest health concerns.
  • Environmental groups have expressed opposition, citing potential ecological harm.

Who's Mentioned

personBrooke Rollins“Agriculture Secretary who announced the proposal.”personDonald Trump“President whose executive orders align with the proposal.”organizationU.S. Forest Service“The agency proposing the rule change.”personChris Krupp“Attorney with WildEarth Guardians.”locationTongass National Forest“Largest national forest in the U.S., specifically noted as a point of contention”organizationWildEarth Guardians“Environmental group opposing the rescission.”personBill Clinton“Former President who signed the 2001 rule.”organizationTrump administration“The executive branch entity proposing the policy change.”