Mike Lee ignites controversy after adding roadless rule repeal to a wildfire bill

The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee voted in support of the amended Wildfire Prevention Act along party lines.

Firefighters work among ponderosa trees with red rock cliffs and smoke in the background.

(U.S. Forest Service) Firefighters conduct tactical firing operations on the France Canyon Fire near Bryce Canyon National Park on Thursday, June 26, 2025.

Mike Lee ignites controversy after adding roadless rule repeal to a wildfire bill

The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee voted in support of the amended Wildfire Prevention Act along party lines.

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