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  • 2025-03695 — Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production
    Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 11365
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Executive Order 14225, titled "Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production," aims to boost domestic timber production by reducing regulatory barriers. It directs the Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture to update guidance and implement strategies for more efficient timber production and forest management. This involves streamlining processes under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), eliminating unnecessary permitting delays, and considering categorical exclusions to simplify environmental assessments. The Order also emphasizes coordination among agencies to identify and address obstacles to domestic timber production.

    Simple Explanation

    The President has made a new rule to help grow more trees and make it easier to cut them down for wood, but some people worry that it might not be safe for animals and the environment. This rule wants to make sure people work together to quickly get more wood, but they have to be careful to not hurt nature.

  • 2025-00390 — Land Management Plan Direction for Old-Growth Forest Conditions Across the National Forest System; Withdrawal
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 1945
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The United States Department of Agriculture has decided to withdraw its plan to create an environmental impact statement regarding old-growth forest management across the National Forest System. This means they will not be moving forward with evaluating the potential effects of the proposed changes to how old-growth forests are handled. The decision not to pursue this plan was officially announced by the Forest Service, part of the Department of Agriculture. For more information, individuals can contact Jennifer McRae, the Planning Team Leader.

    Simple Explanation

    The Agriculture Department decided not to go ahead with making a big plan about taking care of really old and important forests. They didn't say why they changed their minds, which might make people wonder what they will do next about the forests.

  • 2021-00724 — Newspapers Used for Publication of Legal Notices by the Pacific Northwest Region; Oregon, Washington, and Parts of California
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3115
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Forest Service, USDA is announcing the newspapers where they will publish legal notices about forest-related actions and decisions in the Pacific Northwest Region, covering Oregon, Washington, and parts of California. This information helps the public know where to find updates and details for providing comments, objections, or appeals regarding forest management activities. Each designated newspaper serves specific forest regions and is responsible for publishing notices related to their area. This notice ensures transparency and allows public participation in decision-making processes.

    Simple Explanation

    The Forest Service wants people to know that they will tell important forest news in specific newspapers in Oregon, Washington, and some parts of California. They hope this helps everyone know where to look to find out what's happening and how they can share their thoughts or ask questions about forest plans.

  • 2024-30432 — Black Hills National Forest Advisory Board
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 107104
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Black Hills National Forest Advisory Board will hold an in-person public meeting on January 15, 2025, in Rapid City, South Dakota. The meeting will provide advice and recommendations on various forest issues like forest health, travel management, and recreation fees. Individuals interested in participating must pre-register by January 10, 2025, for oral comments or submit written comments by the same date. The meeting follows guidelines to ensure accessibility and non-discrimination as per USDA policies.

    Simple Explanation

    The Black Hills National Forest Advisory Board is having a meeting in South Dakota to talk about taking care of the forest, like keeping it healthy and fun to visit. People who want to share their ideas must sign up or send their thoughts by January 10, 2025.