ORBA believes effective conservation depends on clear laws, sound science, and practical implementation. These reforms move in that direction by improving regulatory certainty while preserving the Endangered Species Act's central purpose of protecting the nation's most vulnerable species.

President Donald Trump issued a presidential proclamation on July 13 modifying Bears Ears National Monument in southeastern Utah and directing the Departments of the Interior and Agriculture to prepare a new transportation plan that "endeavors to maximize public access."

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management is accepting public comments on the Draft Environmental Assessment for the Trail Canyon Travel Management Plan through July 22, 2026.

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management has announced three travel management planning efforts that will determine how existing motorized routes are managed across more than 816,000 acres of public land in Utah.

ACTION ALERT Public Comments Needed: BLM's Proposed Grazing Rule Could Affect Future Public Land Management

Congress continues to make bipartisan progress on legislation to reauthorize one of the most significant investments in America's public lands in recent history.

In 2025, pickup and SUV modifications, the two biggest segments for off-road parts, made up 43% of the entire $52.92 billion accessory and performance parts market.

Yesterday, ORBA and SEMA met with Congressman Kennedy and members of his staff to discuss public land access, outdoor recreation, and the importance of ensuring America's public lands remain accessible to all Americans.

The future of the 2001 Roadless Rule is increasingly becoming a focus of both Congress and the Trump Administration

President Trump Rescinds Executive Orders 11644 and 11989

The Bureau of Land Management has reopened public discussion on portions of the San Rafael Swell and San Rafael Desert travel management plans in Utah, specifically involving routes that were previously closed or restricted under earlier decisions.

Former U.S. Representative Steve Pearce (R-NM) was confirmed to serve as the Director of the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM). 

The Bureau of Land Management has released interim implementation guidance for Title III of the EXPLORE Act, marking one of the most significant updates to the federal Special Recreation Permit (SRP) system in decades.

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is announcing a new initiative to further integrate its off-road advocacy efforts by extending SEMA-level exhibitor discounts to the top-tier members of the Off-Road Business Association (ORBA). The 2026 SEMA Show takes place Nov. 3-6 in Las Vegas.

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) issued a final rulemaking that repeals the 2024 Public Lands Rule, signaling a major shift in the federal government’s approach to public land management.

Stop by ORBA’s exhibitor lounge at Overland Expo West 2026, May 15-17 in Flagstaff, Ariz., where the organization’s leadership will host scheduled sessions on land-use issues and the benefits of ORBA membership and preview the 2026 Overland Expo Industry Report

Here is an article that reflects real, meaningful progress driven by strong, cooperative engagement from the off-road community and organizations like ORBA.

Reps. Crank and Kennedy Introduce Bill to Protect Access for Public Land Recreation

ORBA RELAUNCHES WITH EXPANDED ADVOCACY, STRONGER COALITIONS, AND NEW TOOLS TO PROTECT OFF-ROAD ACCESS

BLM previously closed 300+ miles; 150 miles could reopen with SEMA and ORBA support