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from WildEarth Guardians

Agency proposes cutting both public involvement and forests important for combating climate change

The United States Forest Service manages 193 million acres of national forests, most of which are in the western U.S. These forests are the source for half of the West’s water, provide habitat to thousands of wildlife species (including threatened and endangered species), and offer recreational and mental wellness benefits to millions of Americans.

Read more  New Forest Service report reveals agency wants to max out logging – WildEarth Guardians