Public Input & Actions

BLM publishes proposed and final rules in the Federal Register and carries out environmental reviews in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act. Announcing and explaining bureau plans and proposals and providing the public an opportunity to comment on proposed actions is an important part of informed management. We encourage citizens to make their voices heard on the issues that are important to them.
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New Mexico, Oklahoma FO

Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of BLM New Mexico Terminated Oil and Gas Lease: TXNM139423

In accordance with the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920, as amended, the Bureau of Land Management received a petition for reinstatement of terminated competitive oil and gas lease TXNM139423 from Sea Eagle Ford LLC.
New Mexico, Las Cruces DO

BLM seeks input on proposed copper mine plan of operations amendment near Silver City

The BLM Las Cruces District Office is seeking public input on a proposal from Freeport-McMoRan to disturb additional acres at the existing Santa Rita Mine. The 30-day public scoping period begins today.
New Mexico, Farmington DO, Taos FO

Proposed Reinstatement of BLM New Mexico Terminated Oil and Gas Leases: NMNM128371 and NMNM128376

In accordance with the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920 (MLA), as amended, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) received petitions for reinstatement of terminated competitive oil and gas leases NMNM128371 and NMNM128376 from R & R Royalty Ltd.
New Mexico, Pecos DO, Carlsbad FO

Proposed Reinstatement of BLM New Mexico Terminated Oil and Gas Lease: NMNM105294482

In accordance with the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920, as amended, the BLM received a petition for reinstatement of terminated competitive oil and gas lease NMNM105294482 from FAE II LLC.
New Mexico, Farmington DO, Farmington FO

Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of BLM New Mexico Terminated Oil and Gas Leases: NMNM130340 and NMNM130344

In accordance with the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920, as amended, the BLM received petitions for reinstatement of terminated competitive oil and gas leases NMNM130340 and NMNM130344 from Southland Royalty Company LLC.
New Mexico, Albuquerque DO, Socorro FO

Bureau of Land Management plans wild horse gather in Socorro

The Bureau of Land Management Socorro Field Office plans to begin a wild horse gather around May 6, 2026, on BLM lands on the Bordo Atravesado Herd Management Area, located near Socorro, N.M.
New Mexico, Las Cruces DO

BLM seeks input for June 2026 geothermal lease sale in New Mexico

The BLM is seeking public comments on 68 parcels across 197,852 acres in Doña Ana, Grant, Hidalgo, Luna, and Sierra counties that may be offered in a June 16 geothermal lease sale.
New Mexico, Farmington DO, Taos FO

Notice of Cancellation of Withdrawal Application for the Upper Pecos River Watershed Protection Area, New Mexico

BLM and USFS announce the cancellation of their joint Upper Pecos River Watershed Area withdrawal application for 163,483 acres of National Forest System lands and 1,327.16 acres of public lands in northern New Mexico
New Mexico, Pecos DO, Roswell FO

Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of BLM New Mexico Terminated Oil and Gas Lease: NMNM141519

In accordance with the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920, as amended, the Bureau of Land Management received a petition for reinstatement of terminated competitive oil and gas lease NMNM141519 from Enrique A. Cantu (lessee).
New Mexico, Albuquerque DO, Socorro FO

BLM opens two new community slash pits in Catron County

The BLM recently established two new community slash pits near Datil and Pie Town, New Mexico in Catron County.
New Mexico, Pecos DO, Carlsbad FO

Bureau of Land Management implements fire restrictions at Black River Management Area near Carlsbad

Due to high fire danger, the BLM is implementing fire restrictions on public land at the Black River Management Area in Eddy County.