Biden Administration Opposes H.R. 8790, Citing Concerns Over Environmental Protections Amid Increasing Wildfires

The Biden Administration has expressed strong opposition to H.R. 8790, the “Fix Our Forests Act,” introduced by Rep. Bruce Westerman (R-AR) and 23 cosponsors, warning that it would undermine crucial environmental protections, reduce public input, and potentially lead to increased legal conflicts that could slow necessary forest restoration efforts.

Biden Administration Opposes H.R. 8790, Citing Concerns Over Environmental Protections Amid Increasing Wildfires

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