Sen. Lee to U.S. Forest Service Chief: Why is the Forest Service Ignoring State and Local Voices?

Unspecified hearing · May 16, 2024

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Request for definition of 'big C' vs 'little c' cooperating agency

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Senator asked Chief Moore to define the difference between a "big C" and a "little c" cooperating agency and requested a written response because of limited time; noted the term is not defined in law or guidance. The senator pressed for clarification that could affect how outside governments are involved in planning.

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Senator questioned a Forest Service official about the Manti-LaSalle National Forest draft plan, pressing on 122,780 acres of "recommended wilderness," county and state input, and the 2001 roadless rule; the official said a meeting with county supervisors is planned and that the roadless rule "wasn't designed" for wildfire mitigation.

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