The Trump administration is looking to finalize a repeal of a longstanding rule meant to safeguard intact forests across the West, and up to 2 million acres in Oregon, with a public comment period that lasts until Sept. 19.

After rescinding the so-called Roadless Rule on June 23 , the U.S. Forest Service is moving to the next step by accepting public comment.

Environmental groups say removing the rule will threaten clean drinking water and allow for logging and roads on some of Oregon's most iconic lands.

Timber companies and the Trump administration say that removing the rule will help mitigate wildfires, as well as support forest management moving to the hands of local officials.

People can comment on the rule until Sept. 19 by going to bit.ly/41O0qPQ

The roadless rule was establ

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