Press Releases

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National Office, Montana-Dakotas, Utah

BLM proposes first coal exploration project since 2019 as part of broader push for U.S. energy independence

The Bureau of Land Management is inviting public input on a proposed coal exploration project in Utah’s Muddy Creek Canyon area.
National Office, Montana-Dakotas, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon-Washington, Utah, Wyoming

BLM’s second quarter energy and timber sales bring in nearly $34 million in revenue

The Bureau of Land Management generated nearly $34 million in total receipts from energy and timber sales held in the second quarter of 2025.
Utah

BLM seeks input for December 2025 sale of oil and gas leases in Utah

BLM Utah is seeking public comment through Aug. 8 on plans to include 46 oil and gas leases totaling 68,263 acres in a December 2025 sale.
Utah, Green River DO, Price FO

BLM approves Wildcat oil loadout facility expansion

BLM approved Coal Energy Group 2’s expansion of the Wildcat Loadout Facility under a 14-day review, boosting oil transloading capacity while supporting U.S. energy goals and responsible land use.
Utah

BLM Utah sold oil and gas leases bring in nearly $320,000

The Bureau of Land Management Utah State Office leased two parcels totaling 834 acres for $317,158 in total receipts for its quarterly oil and gas lease sale.
National Office, Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Eastern States, Idaho, Montana-Dakotas, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon-Washington, Utah, Wyoming

Interior slashes outdated energy regulations to boost economic growth on public lands

The Department of the Interior today announced the formal rescission of 18 obsolete or redundant Bureau of Land Management regulations in a decisive move to advance America’s energy independence and economic vitality.
Utah, Color Country DO, St George FO

BLM approves land exchange in Washington County

The Bureau of Land Management today approved the Red Cliffs-Warner Valley Land Exchange. This exchange will provide the State of Utah’s Washington County Water Conservancy District with land to support future water management needs in the fast-growing county, while ensuring the BLM’s ability to provide long-term protection for the Red Cliffs National Conservation Area. The state will receive 929
National Office, Utah

Interior expedites permitting for critical energy project to address national energy emergency

As part of a strategic response to the national energy emergency declared by President Donald J. Trump on Jan. 20, 2025, the project will undergo an accelerated environmental review by the Bureau of Land Management.
Utah

BLM seeks input for September 2025 sale of oil and gas leases in Utah

The Bureau of Land Management Utah State Office today opened a 30-day public comment period to receive public input on plans to include 14 oil and gas leases, totaling 19,704 acres in a September 2025 sale. The comment period ends June 6, 2025.
Utah, Green River DO

BLM approves Park Mountain Pipeline

The Bureau of Land Management approved a right-of-way for Utah Gas Corp to build the 3.5-mile Park Mountain Pipeline in Uintah County, supporting national energy goals.
Utah

BLM seeks initial input for December 2025 sale of oil and gas leases in Utah

BLM Utah is seeking public input on 46 proposed oil and gas parcels totaling 68,263 acres for a potential December 2025 lease sale. The 30-day scoping period ends May 16, 2025.
Utah, Green River DO

BLM approves Chapita Wells natural gas pipeline in Utah

The Bureau of Land Management is announcing approval of expanded infrastructure supporting increased oil and gas production on public lands.
National Office, Utah

BLM geothermal leases in Utah sale net over $5.6 million

The Bureau of Land Management leased 14 parcels in Utah totaling 50,961 acres for $5,663,890 in total receipts for a geothermal lease sale.
National Office, Colorado, Montana-Dakotas, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming

Interior will no longer pursue lengthy analysis for oil and gas leasing decisions in seven states

The Department of the Interior will no longer require the Bureau of Land Management to prepare an environmental impact statement for approximately 3,224 oil and gas leases in seven Western states.
National Office, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Eastern States, Montana-Dakotas, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming

Department of the Interior moves to restore coal industry

The Department of the Interior is reaffirming its commitment to the Trump administration’s goal of American Energy Dominance with a renewed focus on coal.
Utah

BLM investigating deaths among wild burros at Axtell Off-Range Corral in Utah

BLM is investigating illness and 25 wild burro deaths at Axtell Corral following a recent gather. Cause: bronchopneumonia linked to gammaherpes virus. Affected burros are isolated and receiving treatment.
Utah

BLM announces update to June 2025 sale of oil and gas leases in Utah

BLM Utah updates its June 3, 2025 oil and gas lease sale, now offering 13 parcels totaling 20,888 acres. A 30-day public protest period is open through May 5.
Utah

BLM seeks public comments for renewal of existing Green River Commercial Special Recreation Permits

The BLM Vernal Field Office is seeking public comments on the proposed renewal of commercial Special Recreation Permits (SRPs) for the B and C sections of the Green River. 
Utah, Canyon Country DO, Moab FO

BLM Asks Climbers to Protect Bighorn Sheep in Southern Utah 

The Bureau of Land Management is urging climbers to voluntarily avoid rock climbing in Long Canyon from April 1 to June 15 to help protect desert bighorn sheep during a critical time in their reproductive cycle.
Utah, Color Country DO, Cedar City FO

BLM approves Newcastle Geothermal Development project in Utah

The Bureau of Land Management has approved the Newcastle Geothermal Development project, which is expected to generate up to 20 megawatts of renewable energy on public lands near Newcastle in Iron County.
Utah, Green River DO

BLM seeks public comments for re-opening Taylor Flat Airstrip

The BLM’s Vernal Field Office has opened a 30-day public scoping period to gather input on a proposal to re-open a portion of the Taylor Flat Airstrip for public aviation use, with comments accepted until April 3, 2025.
Utah

BLM seeks initial input for September 2025 oil and gas lease in Utah

BLM Utah seeks public input on 25 oil & gas parcels (39,868 acres) for a Sept. 2025 lease sale. The 30-day scoping period ends March 28, 2025.
National Office, Utah

Landmark Dingell Act land exchange completed

Utah will gain 47 water rights; approximately 83,000 acres with sub-surface mineral estate; approx. 4,000 surface-only acres; and approximately 5,000 acres of sub-surface mineral, oil and gas, and coal-only estate.
Canyon Country DO, Monticello FO

BLM asks climbers to protect raptors in Indian Creek

The Bureau of Land Management urges climbers and outdoor recreationists to avoid certain areas in Indian Creek from March through late summer to protect nesting raptors.
Utah, Green River DO

BLM seeks public comments for allowing events at Swasey’s Beach

The BLM Price Field Office is seeking public comments on issuing special recreation permits for up to five events annually at Swasey’s Beach. The 15-day comment period runs through March 5, 2025.