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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Nevada
Map showing the location of proposed geothermal lease parcels in Carson City District. The parcels are located along the I-80 corridor east of Sparks.

BLM seeks input on proposed geothermal leasing in Nevada

Today starts a public comment period on a proposed geothermal lease sale of 112 parcels comprising 377,924 acres across 11 counties. The comment period ends on July 25, 2025.
Montana-Dakotas, Eastern Montana/Dakotas DO, North Central DO, Western Montana DO
"NO" symbol across a photo of fireworks bursting in the night sky. Text reads: please remember: Fireworks are illegal on public lands.

BLM reminds visitors to celebrate safely during Independence Day weekend

In just about one week, Independence Day celebrations will light up the sky across the nation. Please, remember that fireworks and other types of pyrotechnics, are strictly prohibited on public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
Nevada
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BLM announces temporary closures at Black Rock Desert playa

The Bureau of Land Management is temporarily closing a portion of the Black Rock Desert playa for the annual Burning Man event from July 24 through Oct. 5.
Alaska, Fairbanks DO
image of the map of the Lower Birch Creek Wayside and the turtle fire.

BLM announces emergency fire closure of Lower Birch Creek Wayside near Central, Alaska

BLM is closing the Lower Birch Creek Wayside near mile 140 of the Steese Highway. The wayside closure will restrict river access and parking for Birch Creek Wild and Scenic River.
Alaska, Fairbanks DO
image of the fire closure order map showing the closed Marion Creek Falls Trail near the Marion Creek Campgound.

BLM issues emergency closure of Marion Creek Falls Trail north of Coldfoot, Alaska

To protect the public and provide for firefighter safety in light of ongoing wildland fire activity associated with the Marion fire (#295), the BLM is closing the Marion Creek Falls Trail at the Marion Creek Campground.
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rawlins FO
Cheatgrass in a landscape in Wyoming.

High Desert District plans to implement cheatgrass treatments

The Bureau of Land Management’s Rawlins Field Office, in coordination with Carbon County Weed and Pest Control District (CCWP), plans to implement cheatgrass treatments on BLM-managed and associated partner lands in June, July, and potentially August 2025. Treatments will only proceed if weather and other required conditions meet application guidelines.
Nevada, Battle Mountain DO, Tonopah FO
Map indicating where the proposed mine project is located in Nevada.

BLM seeks input on proposed Montezuma Gold exploration project near Goldfield

If approved, Kinross Gold Corporation could explore for gold by drilling with planned modification of a total of 250 acres across 5,672 acres on public lands.
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO
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BLM seeks comment on Blue Diamond Hill project

A 30-day comment period starts today for the Blue Diamond Hill Reroute and Signage Project near Red Rock Canyon NCA. The project reroutes a trail section and adds way-finding signage. The comment period closes 7/23/25.
Arizona, Phoenix DO, Hassayampa FO
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BLM approves gold mine project near Wickenburg

The Bureau of Land Management approved a gold mine project near Wickenburg in Maricopa County. In addition to gold, other minerals could include precious and base metals, strategic minerals, and rare-earth elements.
Utah
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Rescission and termination of the preparation of a RMP for Cedar City Field Office

The BLM is announcing the rescission of the notice of intent to prepare a resource management plan for the Cedar City Field Office in southwestern Utah and the termination of the environmental impact statement.
Rescission and termination of the preparation of a RMP for Cedar City Field Off…
California
An pump jack in rolling grass fields.

BLM seeks input on proposed oil and gas management updates in south-central California

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management is announcing a 30-day public comment period to gather input on a supplemental environmental impact statement and potential amendment to the resource management plan for oil and gas leasing and development on public lands in portions of Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Tulare, and Ventura counties managed by the BLM Bakersfield Field Office.
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Notice Intent To Prepare the Central Coast Field Office Oil and Gas Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement and Potential Resource Management Plan Amendment, California
Notice Draft Environmental Assessment, Public Hearing, and Request for Comment on the Draft Environmental Assessment, Maximum Economic Recovery, and Fair Market Value for the Falkirk Mining Company Proposed Emergency Federal Coal Lease-By-Application and Mining Plan for NDM 111489, McLean County, ND
Notice Intent To Prepare the Bakersfield Field Office Oil and Gas Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement and Potential Resource Management Plan Amendment, California
Notice Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed Spring Valley Mine Project, Nevada
Notice Public Meeting for the Missouri Basin Resource Advisory Council