March 31, 2026

US Forest Service relocates headquarters to Salt Lake City

The US Forest Service headquarters is relocating from Washington DC to Salt Lake City to bring leadership closer to the western lands it manages.
The restructuring will eliminate regional offices and adopt a state-based approach to improve decision-making and efficiency.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins emphasized that the move aims to save taxpayer dollars and boost employee recruitment.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox supports the relocation, stating it will lead to better decisions for those who rely on public lands.