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Biden Administration Withdraws Old-Growth Forest Protection Plan Amid Industry Opposition

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Biden Administration Withdraws Old-Growth Forest Protection Plan Amid Industry Opposition

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  • The Biden administration has **withdrawn its plan** aimed at protecting **old-growth forests**, influenced by opposition from the **timber industry** and Republicans.
  • This decision ends years of efforts to establish a nationwide plan aimed at safeguarding old trees threatened by **climate change**.
  • The proposal, launched by President **Joe Biden** in April 2022, was intended to limit logging in old-growth areas but faced significant criticism.
  • Opponents, including Congress members, argued that the plan was **unnecessary** due to existing protections and warned of potential harm to logging companies.
  • U.S. Forest Service Chief Randy Moore acknowledged learning from the initiative but noted criticisms over its flawed approach and varying ecosystem needs.

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