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 Analyzing Western Limestone Quarry to Advance American Mineral Production

The BLM is analyzing the proposed Western Quarry Limestone project. If approved, the BLM would hold a mineral material sale to issue a contract for the sale of mineral materials at the new limestone quarry.
Idaho, Coeur d Alene DO, Coeur d Alene FO

BLM Temporarily Closes Big Creek Site for Restoration Work

BLM Temporarily Closes Big Creek Site for Creek Restoration Work
Utah, Color Country DO, Cedar City FO

Decision Issued by BLM on the Narrows Invasive Annual Grass Control project

The Cedar City Field Office has issued a final decision on the Narrows Invasive Annual Grass Control project.
Utah, West Desert DO, Salt Lake FO

BLM Authorizes Water Pipeline and Trough Construction

The BLM Salt Lake Field Office has issued a determination of NEPA adequacy and decision record that authorizes the construction of several pipelines along with multiple troughs in the Lucin Pilot allotment.
Nevada

Public review open for Clan Alpine Horse Gather

The Bureau of Land Management Stillwater Field Office has published a Determination of NEPA Adequacy (DNA) document for 30-day public review for the 2026 Clan Alpine Horse Gather. This action is based on previously completed environmental analysis completed in September 2023. Public comment will be accepted through October 25, 2026.
Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO

BLM Issues Decision on 2026 Integrated Invasive Plant Management on the Prineville District

The Bureau of Land Management Prineville District Deschutes Field Office has issued a decision record for an environmental assessment to expand and update its existing integrated invasive plant management program.
Utah, Color Country DO, Cedar City FO

New Decision Issued by BLM for Indian Peak Range Watershed Restoration Plan

The Bureau of Land Management’s Cedar City Field Office has issued a new Decision Record authorizing the Indian Peak Range Watershed Restoration Plan. 
Utah, Paria River DO, Kanab FO

South Trailhead Decision Signed for Paria River District

The Bureau of Land Management Paria River District has issued a Categorical Exclusion and decision record that authorizes development and improvement of trailheads
Nevada

BLM Invites Applications for Special Recreation Permits in Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

The BLM is inviting applications for various full-time guided recreation activity permits in Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. The application window is open from Oct. 1 – Dec. 31, 2026.
Oregon-Washington, Burns DO

BLM Rescinds Fire Prevention Order for Public Lands within BLM Burns District Sept. 24, 2026

The Bureau of Land Management has rescinded restrictions and prohibitions on specific activities and equipment to mitigate the risk of human-caused fires on lands administered by the BLM Burns District, Oregon.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO

BLM Issues Decision on Dorena Substation Conduit Excavation and Installation

The BLM has issued a decision record for an applicant, Lane Electric Cooperative, to excavate and install conduit at and near the Dorena Substation to tie into existing infrastructure.