Public Input & Actions

The Federal Register is the official daily publication for notices, proposed rules and final rules of Federal agencies. The BLM uses the Federal Register to announce and explain our plans to solve problems and accomplish goals, and to give the public an opportunity to comment on the actions we propose. We encourage citizens to make their voices heard on the issues that are important to them.
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Montana-Dakotas
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BLM reminds recreational shooters to prioritize safety and fire prevention on public lands

With warmer spring weather drawing more people outdoors, the Bureau of Land Management is reminding the public to follow responsible shooting practices on BLM-managed lands in Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota.
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BLM rescinds oil and gas environmental analysis preparation in seven states

BLM is rescinding its notice to prepare an environmental impact statement for the oil and gas leasing decisions in seven states from February 2015 to December 2020.
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Montana-Dakotas
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BLM to conduct prescribed burns in the Lower Blackfoot area

The Bureau of Land Management’s Missoula Field Office plans to conduct prescribed burns in the Lower Blackfoot area, including the Potomac and Greenough communities, as early as next week.
Montana-Dakotas
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BLM Montana/Dakotas announces approval of six new recreation business plans

The Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas State Director Sonya Germann approved six new recreation business plans to improve visitor experiences and update fee structures across the region.
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Draft EA and public comment for Freedom Mine company for North Dakota

BLM and OSMRE announce that a draft environmental assessment is available for public review and comment for the Coteau Property Company's emergency Federal coal lease-by-application for Freedom Mine.
Draft EA and public comment for Freedom Mine company for North Dakota
Montana-Dakotas
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BLM to increase campground fees to enhance visitor experience along the Madison River

In response to growing demand and increasing operational costs, the Bureau of Land Management is increasing campground fees for recreation sites along the Madison River, managed by the Dillon Field Office. These changes will directly benefit visitors by supporting year-round site maintenance, enhancing facilities, and providing high-quality recreational opportunities for all.
Montana-Dakotas
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BLM announces North Central Montana District spring season prescribed fire plans

The Bureau of Land Management, North Central Montana District’s fuels program managers plan to conduct three prescribed fire broadcast burns this springtime, between the months of March and May, when fuel conditions and weather permit safe operations.
Montana-Dakotas
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Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan for the North Dakota Resource Management Plan/Environmental Impact Statement

The BLM announces the availability of the Record of Decision (ROD) and Approved Resource Management Plan (RMP) for North Dakota.
Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan for the North Dakota R…
Montana-Dakotas
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Public Land Order No. 7959; Extension of Public Land Order No. 7628, Withdrawal of Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range; Wyoming

This Public Land Order extends the duration of the withdrawal created by PLO No. 7628, which would otherwise expire March 7, 2025, for an additional 20-year period.
Public Land Order No. 7959; Extension of Public Land Order No. 7628, Withdrawal…
Montana-Dakotas
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BLM Director's Response to the Montana Governor's Appeal of the BLM Montana/Dakotas State Director's Governor's Consistency Review Determination for the Miles City Field Office Proposed Resource Management Plan Amendment and Final Supplemental Environment

The BLM is publishing this notice of the reasons for the BLM Director's determination to reject the Governor of Montana's recommendations regarding the Miles City Field Office Proposed Resource Management Plan Amendment.
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Public Land Order No. 7956; Withdrawal of Pactola Reservoir-Rapid Creek Watershed; South Dakota

This Public Land Order (PLO) withdraws 20,510 acres of National Forest System (NFS) lands in the Black Hills National Forest, Pennington County, South Dakota.
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