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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Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rawlins FO

Apex Exploration Drilling Project Plan of Operations

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is announcing the availability of the proposed Exploration Plan of Operations submitted by Relevant Gold Holdings U.S., Inc. for the Apex Exploration Drilling Project in Carbon County, Wyoming, located approximately 30 miles north of Rawlins, Wyoming.
Wyoming, High Desert DO

Sweetwater Uranium In-Situ Recovery (IRS) Project Mine Plan of Operations

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is announcing the availability of the proposed Mine Plan of Operations submitted by Sweetwater Uranium, Inc. for the Sweetwater Uranium In-Situ Recovery (ISR) Project in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, located approximately 40 miles northwest of Rawlins, Wyoming.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO

BLM issues decision on Special Recreation Permits

The Bureau of Land Management Northwest Oregon District Marys Peak Field Office has issued a decision record to authorize Special Recreation Permits within the field office in calendar years 2026 and 2027.
Oregon-Washington, Coos Bay DO

BLM approves road realignment at Baker Quarry

The Coos Bay District has approved a project to realign the road within Baker Quarry in Coos County. The quarry operator requested the change because the current road is beginning to sink.
Oregon-Washington, Coos Bay DO

Western snowy plover nesting season begins

Nesting season for the western snowy plover begins on southern Oregon beaches Sunday. The BLM is initiating seasonal access restrictions through Sept 15 on known habitat areas to protect this federally threatened species.
Montana-Dakotas, North Central DO

Five springtime prescribed fire projects planned for BLM North Central Montana District

U.S. Wildland Fire Service fuels-management program members supporting the BLM’s North Central Montana District plan to implement five prescribed fire burns this spring, when conditions permit safe operations.
Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO

Lakeview Field Office issues decision on Warner Wetlands Virtual Fencing

The BLM has issued a decision record for a DNA to collaborate with the Lake County Umbrella Watershed Council and three cooperating grazing permittees to conduct targeted grazing using virtual fence technology.
Montana-Dakotas, Eastern Montana/Dakotas DO, South Dakota FO

Application for a Recordable Disclaimer of Interest in Lands, Lake County, SD

The Bureau of Land Management received an application for a Recordable Disclaimer of Interest (RDI) from Prairie Shores, LLC/Redstone Law Firm, LLP.
Arizona, Gila DO, Safford FO

BLM to improve amenities and access at Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area

The Safford Field Office plans to repair and replace recreation facilities and roads in the Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area near Safford, Arizona.
Idaho, Coeur d Alene DO, Cottonwood FO

BLM Idaho renovating Pink House Recreation Site to enhance community recreation experience in Clearwater County

BLM Idaho renovating Pink House Recreation Site to enhance community recreation experience in Clearwater County
Oregon-Washington, Medford DO

BLM to host public meeting on timber, fuels reduction project near Gold Hill

The Bureau of Land Management will host a public meeting to share updates and gather feedback on a proposed timber harvest and hazardous fuels reduction project near Gold Hill.