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A cow looks on as a crew works on a fence in Wyoming.
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BLM photo

Interior Proposes Modernizing Grazing Regulations to Support Ranchers and Healthy Rangelands

The rule proposes two major actions — streamlined grazing administration and expanded rangeland health standards.
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An oil pump jack in New Mexico.
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BLM photo

Oil and Gas Lease Sale in New Mexico and Texas Generates Over $4 Billion

Results underscore strong industry demand for domestic energy development on public lands.
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Rangeland in Arizona.
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BLM photo

Sustaining Public Lands During Drought Conditions

The BLM has a long experience in managing public lands during periodic drought, and it will draw on this experience as it plans for a more adaptive approach to respond to prolonged and extreme drought.
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Bald Eagles on public lands near Pinedale, Wyoming.
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Mark Thonhoff, BLM

Celebrate Freedom 250

The Bureau of Land Management's story is textured with symbols of the West, the Mustang as a living legacy, and historic and heritage lands that represent our debt to our ancestors and our culture through generations of shared stewardship.
Get involved in Freedom 250 events
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Oil field in Wyoming.
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BLM photo

Energy and Minerals

With a strong history of meeting the nation’s energy needs, the BLM plays a crucial role in ensuring a consistent domestic energy supply.
Learn more about BLM's energy and minerals program

The Bureau of Land Management

The Bureau of Land Management's mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Spotlight News & Announcements

This is a curated collection of featured news items and stories, designed to provide an in-depth look into the daily work at the BLM.

A cow looks at a crew working on a fence in a pasture with mountains in the background.
Department of the Interior Proposes Modernizing Grazing Regulations to Support Ranchers and Healthy Rangelands
Press Release
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Department of the Interior Oil and Gas Lease Sale in New Mexico and Texas Generates Over $4 Billion
Press Release
Alaska oil and gas operations
Interior Begins Process to Streamline Permitting in the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska
Press Release

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Quick Facts

As steward for much of America’s public lands, the BLM manages some of the nation’s most historic and scenic landscapes, as well as vast natural resources, for the benefit of all Americans.

245

Million acres of public lands managed

97K

Recreation jobs supported with over 884k jobs overall

30%

Approximate percentage of Nation's minerals managed

$245.4

Economic output from BLM lands, in billions
A view of a rock containing a petroglyph at Three Rivers Petroglyph Site in New Mexico. Photo by BLM.
Three Rivers Petroglyph Site
Visitors to the Bonneville Salt Flats in UT look over the Great Salt Lake. Photo by Bob Wick.
Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah
A road runs through Turney Hills in California with yellow flowers and brown grasses.Photo by BLM.
Tumey Hills, California
A hiker looks over San Pedro Riparian NCA with the sun shining across the landscape. Photo by Bob Wick.
San Pedro Riparian NCA, Arizona

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Energy and Minerals

Programs supports a sustainable and responsible approach to energy and mining operations on public lands.
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Recreation

BLM's recreation resources and visitor services support strong local economies and public land conservation.
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Fire and Aviation

BLM is considered a leader in wildland fire management efforts.
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Wild Horse and Burro

BLM manages and protects wild horses and burros on 26.9 million acres of public lands.
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Timber Sales

Timber sales allow for the sustainable harvest of timber for commercial purposes on public land.
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Lands & Realty

Includes public land transactions, and authorizations in support of economic activities.
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Planning and NEPA

The BLM makes sure that its Resource Management Plans meet the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
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Law Enforcement

Law enforcement plays an integral role in ensuring public safety and fulfilling our multiple use mission.
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Cultural Resources

Experience the rich culture and history on your public lands!
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