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Here's why Trump's promised logging boom faces headwinds

Summary

President Trump aims to remove restrictions on 59 million acres of National Forest lands that stop logging and development. However, changes might not lead to a big increase in logging as some predict.

Key Facts

  • President Trump wants to change a rule from President Bill Clinton's time in office.
  • The rule currently prevents logging on 59 million acres of National Forest lands.
  • These lands are set aside to protect the environment and limit development.
  • Some people hope this rule change will boost the timber industry.
  • There are doubts about whether this will lead to significant logging growth.

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