Five ways House Republicans are striking fear in environmentalists

House Republicans are attempting to shape US environmental policy by attaching to their 2011 spending plans so-called "riders" that would target regulations ranging from greenhouse gases to mining.

5. Restrictions on off-road vehicles

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Off-roaders in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area in 2002.

Rep. Wally Herger (R) of California proposed an amendment that would prevent the Department of Agriculture from implementing or enforcing restrictions on off-road vehicles on public lands, including designation of roads, trails, and areas for motor-vehicle use by the National Forest System.

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