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

BLM issues Decision for Administrative Amendment to NV Energy Power Line Right-of-Way

The Bureau of Land Management has approved an administrative amendment to NV Energy’s existing power line right of way (ROW). The amendment incorporates short segments of an existing power line that connect to Vero’s Hawthorne In Line Amplifier ROW, ensuring the infrastructure is managed under the correct authorization.
Oregon-Washington, Coos Bay DO

BLM Issues Decision on Lost Horse DNA

The Bureau of Land Management Coos Bay District Myrtlewood Field Office has issued a Decision Record for the Horsepower CT, Burnt Tioga CT, Lost and Forgotten CT, and Hairy Scary timber sales.
New Mexico, Albuquerque DO, Las Cruces DO, Farmington DO

BLM Personal-use Fuelwood Permits Available at Various Locations and Online

The Bureau of Land Management in New Mexico is selling fuelwood permits for personal use to the public. Fuelwood permits cost $5 - $20 per cord and are available in person at select locations and online.
Utah, Color Country DO

BLM Issues Water Pipeline Right-of-Way Decision

The BLM Cedar City Field Office has issued a final decision and CE fora 30-year Right-of-Way which would allow the installation of an 18" culinary water pipeline on BLM lands within the Cedar City Field Office.
Utah, Green River DO

BLM Approves 18 Applications for Permit to Drill

BLM Vernal Field Office signed four separate decision records approving total of 18 oil and gas well applications for drilling permits
Nevada

Temporary Public Land Closure issued at North Reno Recreation Area

The Bureau of Land Management has issued a temporary public land closure at the North Reno Recreation Area (Moon Rocks) due to wildland fire. All public lands within a 10-mile radius of Moon Rocks are closed to public entry. In addition, all public lands within the area are closed to camping.
Wyoming

BLM Closing Areas within Fremont County for Public Safety

Starting today, Bureau of Land Management public lands within the Lander Field Office will be closed for public safety and suppression efforts for the Weiser Knoll Fire through Sept. 1, 2026, unless rescinded earlier.
Montana-Dakotas, North Central DO

Finale Dam Reconstruction Project Begins to Enhance Safety, Public Access

Work will begin next week to rehabilitate Finale Detention Dam in south Valley County, Montana, an important project that supports public safety, protects wildlife habitat, and ensures access to recreation opportunities.
Colorado

BLM to sell 250 thousand board feet of timber

The BLM will offer the Gold Mountain Fire Salvage Timber Sale, which includes approximately 250 thousand board feet of timber from 120 acres near the community of High Mesa in Gunnison County, Colorado.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO

BLM Issues Decision on 2026 Cascades Field Office Hazard Tree Removal Project

The Bureau of Land Management Northwest Oregon District Cascades Field Office has issued a decision record for a Determination of NEPA Adequacy regarding the 2026 Cascades Field Office Hazard Tree Removal Project.
Oregon-Washington, Medford DO

BLM Issues Decision on Instream Log and Boulder Placement

The Bureau of Land Management Medford District/ Grants Pass Field office has issued a decision record for a Determination of NEPA Adequacy for an instream aquatic restoration project.