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The Multiple-Use Sustained-Yield Act establishes a policy for the management of the national forests to best meet multiple objectives such as outdoor recreation, range, timber, watershed, and wildlife and fish purposes without impairing the productivity of the land, thus providing for sustainable use and enjoyment by current and future generations.

The Healthy Forests Restoration Act aims to reduce wildfire threats to communities and the environment. This includes the authorization of fuel reduction programs, the enhancement of the ability to respond to environmental threats like insect infestations, and the promotion of reforestation and other forms of forest restoration.

This regulation was established to provide lasting protection for inventoried roadless areas within the National Forest System. These areas, which comprise about 2% of the US land base, are protected from road construction and timber harvesting, with some exceptions, to preserve the social and ecological values of roadless areas.

The Endangered Species Act provides for the conservation of species that are endangered or threatened throughout all or a significant portion of their range, and the conservation of the ecosystems on which they depend. This affects forestry management by placing restrictions on logging and other activities that can harm these species or their habitats.

The Federal Land Policy and Management Act provides direction for the management, protection, development, and enhancement of the public lands. It emphasizes the need for long range planning and for balancing the use, development, and conservation of public land resources, and has specific implications for mineral management and land use planning.

The Lacey Act was the first federal law in the United States to regulate the trade of wildlife. It prohibits the transportation of illegally captured or prohibited animals across state lines, and has been expanded to include plants and plant products, which has significant implications for preventing illegal logging and the import of unsustainable timber products.

The National Forest Management Act was enacted to replace the Forest Management Act of 1897. It mandates the development of management plans for renewable resources on national forest lands, incorporating public input and maintaining biodiversity, which is vital for long-term forest health and productivity.

The Wilderness Act created a legal definition of wilderness in the United States and protected millions of acres of federal lands from development, thereby preserving their natural condition. In forestry management, it restricts commercial activities including logging, mining, and motorized vehicle access, in designated wilderness areas.

This act requires the Secretary of Agriculture to prepare a renewable resource assessment every ten years and a program that is responsive to changing conditions and markets. It introduces a comprehensive planning process for renewable resources on national forests and helps to ensure long-term sustainability of forest and rangeland ecosystems.