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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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Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO
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BLM Signs Decision Records for 25 Drill Permit Applications

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Vernal Field Office has issued three Environmental Assessment Decision Records for a total of 25 Applications for Permit to Drill.
Utah, Canyon Country DO, Monticello FO
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BLM Approves Photography Workshops in San Juan County

The Bureau of Land Management Monticello Field Office has issued a categorical exclusion and decision record that authorizes three special recreation permits for photography workshops
Utah
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BLM Utah Wild Horse Operations Help Prevent Starvation, and Stabilize Herd Health

The BLM completed two operations in Utah to protect wild horses from deteriorating on-range conditions and ensure the long-term health and welfare of the Bible Springs Complex and Confusion herds near Milford and Delta.
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BLM Proposes Changes to Coal Evaluation Handbook

The Bureau of Land Management proposes changes to its Coal Evaluation Handbook (H-3073-1) to improve how the bureau conducts Fair Market Value evaluations for competitive coal leasing. Comment deadline is Oct.14, 2026.
Wyoming, Wind River/Bighorn Basin DO, Cody FO
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BLM Repairs John Blue Hill for Public Safety

Heavy rain washed out portions of John Blue Road above the parking area, leaving that section passable only by utility terrain vehicles and all-terrain vehicles.
Colorado
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Prescribed burns planned to reduce wildfire risk across southwest Colorado

The U.S. Wildland Fire Service will conduct multiple prescribed burns this fall across Bureau of Indian Affairs- and Bureau of Land Management-administered lands in southwest Colorado.
Colorado
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Fire restrictions ease in Little Snake Field Office

Seasonal fire conditions have improved enough for the Bureau of Land Management to ease fire restrictions in part of Colorado’s Northwest District, effective Sept. 11, 2026.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO
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BLM Issues Decision on FY 27 Cascades FO Young Stand Management

The Bureau of Land Management Northwest Oregon District Cascades Field Office has issued a decision record for a Categorical Exclusion regarding the FY 27 Cascades FO Young Stand Management.
New Mexico, Pecos DO, Carlsbad FO
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Notice of Availability Carlsbad Proposed Resource Management Plan and Final Environmental Impact Statement

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has published the associated Notice of Availability for the Carlsbad Final Environmental Impact Statement and Proposed Resource Management Plan
Notice of Availability Carlsbad Proposed Resource Management Plan and Final Env…
Eastern Montana/Dakotas DO
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Improved Public Access Ahead: Temporary Cave Gulch Road Closure for Safety Upgrades

To provide safer, more reliable access for visitors, the Bureau of Land Management’s Missoula Field Office will temporarily close Cave Gulch Road from Sept. 14–25, 2026, while crews complete essential maintenance. Once finished, the upgraded roadway will offer smoother travel, improved drainage, and better long-term access to public lands.
Utah, Paria River DO, Kanab FO
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BLM Approves Restoration and Monitoring Projects at Grand Staircase‑Escalante National Monument

The BLM has approved restoration and monitoring projects at Grand Staircase‑Escalante National Monument.

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