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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Montana-Dakotas, Western Montana DO, Missoula FO
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BLM advises caution as Windy Rock Fire area reopens, road remains closed

BLM public lands located in the east Garnet mountains approximately 15 miles northeast of Drummond, will reopen Saturday, Oct. 18, following the recission of the Windy Rock Fire Emergency Closure Order.
Montana-Dakotas
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BLM to conduct repairs on Kobayashi Beach Recreation Area floating dock, temporarily limiting access

The Bureau of Land Management will conduct essential maintenance on the floating dock at the Kobayashi Beach Recreation Area starting on Tuesday, Sept. 30,
Montana-Dakotas, North Central DO
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BLM advises caution when driving in the Left Coulee-Bullwhacker area

The Bureau of Land Management reminds visitors to plan carefully and drive with caution when traveling in the Left Coulee-Bullwhacker area of the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument.
Montana-Dakotas, Western Montana DO
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BLM approves sapphire mining project in Lewis and Clark County

The Bureau of Land Management approved a five-year operation for the McCune Bar sapphire mine today
Montana-Dakotas
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BLM seeks public comment on cave and karst management plan

The BLM’s Billings Field Office is seeking public input on a draft Cave and Karst Management Plan and associated Environmental Assessment. The public comment period is now open and will close on Sept. 29, 2025.
Montana-Dakotas
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Federal coal resources in Big Horn County will be offered for competitive lease

Notice is hereby given that Federal coal resources in lands in Big Horn County, Montana, will be offered for competitive lease by sealed bid in accordance with the provisions of the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920, as amended.
Federal coal resources in Big Horn County will be offered for competitive lease
National Office, Colorado, Montana-Dakotas, New Mexico
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BLM advances environmental assessments for challenged oil and gas leases

BLM is moving forward with supplemental environmental assessments for litigated oil and gas leases in seven states, stemming from legal challenges brought by WildEarth Guardians and other plaintiffs between 2016-2021. 
Montana-Dakotas, North Central DO
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BLM to repair Cow Island Road culvert; temporary closure scheduled

Access will be limited on a portion of Cow Island Road just west of Cow Creek in south Blaine County, Montana, beginning Sept. 29 as contractors work to replace a damaged 3-foot-diameter culvert running under the road.
Montana-Dakotas, North Central DO
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Missouri Breaks Interpretive Center staff announce upcoming fall, winter hours

Bureau of Land Management staff at the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument will begin the seasonal shift to fall and winter operations, starting this month.
Montana-Dakotas
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Proposed filing of plats of survey-North Dakota

The plats of surveys for the lands described in this notice are scheduled to be officially filed 30-calendar days after the date of this publication in the BLM Montana/Dakotas State Office, Billings, Montana.
Proposed filing of plats of survey-North Dakota
Montana-Dakotas, North Central DO
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Missouri Breaks Interpretive Center staff offer free Every Kid Outdoors presentation, passes for fourth graders

BLM rangers invite fourth grade teachers in communities near the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument to schedule a FREE ranger-led presentation to receive Every Kid Outdoors passes for their students.

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