Mark Bolen opposes the proposed amendments to 36 CFR parts 200 and 216, arguing that reclassifying Handbook provisions as "advisory" undermines public notice and statutory intent. He also expresses concern that electronic-only notice will exclude rural and Tribal participation and requests that the Agency maintain existing provisions to ensure transparency and predictability.

The commenter opposes the proposal, arguing that it weakens public accountability by narrowing the scope of notice-and-comment requirements and allowing the agency to rescind protections without public input. They also express concern that the rule reduces notice standards for rural and Tribal communities while expanding agency discretion over substantive Forest Service procedures.

The commenter opposes the proposal, arguing that it undermines public participation and dismantles environmental protections on Forest Service lands. They specifically criticize the reclassification of Handbooks as "advisory," the removal of mail-in comment requirements, and the potential reduction of Native American tribal authority.

The commenter, who identifies as an avid user of public lands, opposes the proposed re-definition of the FS Manual. They argue that the changes would remove accountability to Native Peoples and lead to the degradation of public lands for private enrichment.