Having dealt with enviromental laws, this may be perfectly justified. It all depends on what is being ignored, the extent of exemptions, and the reason why. The timber companies already get a set of exemptions in forest land. I am sure the military also has a huge list of exemptions to do their training. Without them they probably would not be able to exist. I have never dealt with their exact situation, but if they are trying to anything in an area with endangered animals, the cost and time could be near impossible. Everything would usually be open to the public too. Not a good strategy if you want to patrol an area. Hopefully they will be respectful, but I can see the fear. A clear and open list of exemptions should be aired for the public to see.

Does anyone know what other agencies are exempt?