What does Preamble of Forest Resources Accountability Act do?

This bill aims to prohibit a road construction project within the White River National Forest in Colorado. The bill's stated purpose is to prohibit the specified road construction and includes 'other purposes'.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Forest Resources Accountability Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Forest Resources Accountability Act.

What does FINDINGS. of Forest Resources Accountability Act do?

This section identifies findings related to the U.S. Forest Service. The Forest Service experienced a decrease of 6,000 staff members between January 20, 2025, and December 31, 2025. Reduced staffing has resulted in a 40% decrease in hazardous fuels reduction projects and a 22% decrease in trails maintenance projects nationwide. Science and research informing Forest Service management have also been significantly reduced. Due to limited staffing, the Forest Service prioritizes projects addressing public needs, including wildfire risk reduction and forest treatments. Other prioritized areas include improving recreation, maintaining water resources, sustaining wildlife, and ensuring scientifically sound stewardship of forests and grasslands.

What does PROHIBITION OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECT IN THE WHITE RIVER of Forest Resources Accountability Act do?

This section prohibits the construction of a year-round road or utility corridor on specified Federal land within the White River National Forest. The defined 'Federal land' includes specific sections within Township 4 South, Range 82 West of the White River National Forest in Colorado. Access to inholdings within the Federal land is restricted to existing, unpaved, seasonal routes with special use permits. Federal funds cannot be used to authorize or plan any utility corridor or year-round road on the designated Federal land. The Secretary of Agriculture is directed to acquire the 680-acre 'Berlaimont Estates parcel' from willing sellers, coordinating with Colorado state and local entities. The Secretary must submit a report to Congress within 180 days detailing acquisition efforts. If acquired, the parcel will be incorporated into the White River National Forest for wildlife conservation and public enjoyment.

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Forest Resources Accountability Act

Last updated: 3/24/2026 · Introduced: 3/24/2026

Author: Michael Bennet (D-CO)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill prohibits the construction of a year-round road or utility corridor on specific federal land within the White River National Forest in Colorado.
It directs the Secretary of Agriculture to acquire a 680-acre parcel within the forest for wildlife conservation and public enjoyment, if willing sellers are found.
The bill highlights reductions in U.S. Forest Service staffing and the resulting decrease in hazardous fuels reduction and trails maintenance projects nationwide.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 8061(In Committee)Official page

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