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, Las Cruces DO

BLM seeks input for proposed magnesium processing facility in Luna County

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments for additional analysis of a processing facility related to the approved American Magnesium Foothill Dolomite mine near Deming in Luna County.
Oregon-Washington, Vale DO

BLM approves Grassy Mountain gold mine in southeast Oregon

The Bureau of Land Management has approved the Grassy Mountain gold and silver mine on 469 public acres near Vale in Malheur County.
Nevada

BLM approves new Weed Heights Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Sierra Front Field Office has approved a right-of-way for the new Weed Heights Wastewater Treatment Plant near Yerington in Lyon County, NV.
Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO

BLM reopens Lakeview Office

The Bureau of Land Management’s Lakeview Office,1301 South G St., has reopened to the public following completion of a major interior remodel.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO

BLM issues decision on Marcola Fiber Optic Right-of-Way

The Bureau of Land Management Upper Willamette Field Office has issued a Decision Record for a categorical exclusion for applicant Douglas Services to install fiber optic line on BLM-administered land along Marcola Road.
Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO

BLM Approves Drilling Application for Anshutz Exploration in Uintah County

BLM approves five drilling applications for Anshutz Exploration and authorizes construction of to support drilling.
Arizona, Colorado River DO, Lake Havasu FO

Temporary closure and restrictions of public lands announced for 2026 Legacy Racing Parker 500 race

The Lake Havasu Field Office announces the temporary closure and restriction of selected public lands for the 2026 Legacy Racing Parker 500 race, in effect 11:59 p.m. February 15 through 11:59 p.m. February 24.
Idaho

BLM accepting nominations for geothermal development in Idaho

The Bureau of Land Management is accepting nominations of Idaho public lands for competitive geothermal leasing for the geothermal lease sale tentatively scheduled for November 2027. All nominations must be received by June 30, 2026. Nominations received after this deadline will be processed for a future lease sale.
Oregon-Washington, Medford DO

BLM issues decision on the Long Ferry Fuels Reduction Project

The Bureau of Land Management Butte Falls Field office has issued a decision record for a determination of NEPA adequacy for the Long Ferry Fuels Reduction Project.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO

BLM issues decision on the Mt. Hood National Forest Consent for Geothermal Leasing DNA

The BLM NW Oregon District Cascades Field Office has issued a decision record for a Determination of NEPA Adequacy to authorize a geothermal consent to lease of approximately 10,131 acres of National Forest System lands.
Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO, Canyon Country DO, Monticello FO

Authorizations Issued for Middle Fork Energy Drilling and Jeep Jamboree USA

BLM Utah approves 15 gas wells near Vernal and authorizes an additional Jeep Jamboree ride in Bears Ears National Monument.