# Roadless Rule Under Fire | Santa Fe News

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Podcast: [Santa Fe News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/santa-fe-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7599076)
Published: 2026-07-02T05:50:26+00:00
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The Roadless Rule, enacted in 2001 to protect wild areas from logging and road building, is under fire from some Republicans who claim it worsens wildfires — but evidence shows roadless zones actually burn less than other forest areas, and most wildfires start near roads, not in them. Since 2010, these areas have fueled just 1% of major wildfires. Critics cite eight million acres burned since the rule’s passage — a tiny slice of total wildland fires — yet 76% of Americans support keeping it. The push to repeal it seems to come from political interests, not the public, sportsmen, or outdoors enthusiasts, as lawmakers debate whether the rule is too rigid or a barrier to industry access. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/29be27923db48733

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