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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Idaho

BLM Expands Temporary Closure for BLM Lands in Washington County Due to Rapid Growth on Tartar Fire

BLM Expands Temporary Closure for BLM Lands in Washington County Due to Rapid Growth on Tartar Fire
Idaho

BLM Adjusts Temporary Trail Closures Due to the Claremont Fire in the Boise Foothills

BLM Adjusts Temporary Trail Closures Due to the Claremont Fire in the Boise Foothills
Utah, Color Country DO, Cedar City FO

BLM to Begin Utah Wild Horse Gathers to Reduce Overpopulation

The Bureau of Land Management will conduct gather operations to reduce wild horse herd overpopulation in the Bible Springs Complex west of Cedar City and the Confusion Herd Management Area west of Delta.
Wyoming

BLM Approves Seismic Exploration on Public Lands in Natrona County

The Bureau of Land Management has approved seismic exploration to begin Aug. 1, 2026. within the Casper Field Office on approximately 38,000 acres of public land west of Casper and will conclude by Oct. 31, 2026.
Idaho

Fire Prompts South Fork Canyon Recreation Closure until Aug. 10

Due to the fast-moving Big Rock fire in the Heise area, the South Fork Canyon will be closed to camping from Conant Boat Access to Byington Boat Access.
Nevada

BLM approves North Complex wild horse gather plan

BLM has approved the North Complex Wild Horse Gather Plan, detailing how the agency will gather excess wild horses within BLM Nevada's Carson City District.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO

BLM Issues Decision on Horning Seed Orchard Operations 2027-2031

The Bureau of Land Management Northwest Oregon District Cascades Field Office has issued a decision record for a Categorical Exclusion regarding the Horning Seed Orchard Operations.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO

BLM Issues Decision on West Eugene Wetlands Vegetation Enhancement Strategy DNA

The BLM has issued a decision to authorize the implementation of the vegetation enhancement strategy identified in the 2015 West Eugene Wetlands Final Environmental Impact Statement.
National Office

BLM Calls for Nominations to Help Connect More Americans to the Outdoors

The BLM seeks input on which public lands could be made more accessible for recreation. Under the Dingell Act, the Department of Interior asks the public to nominate areas suitable for hunting, fishing, riding, hiking, or other activities that lack public access.
Utah, Canyon Country DO

BLM Announces 2026 Canyon Country Artist-in-Residence

The BLM is thrilled to welcome Colorado photographer Josh Schutz as the 2026 Canyon Country Artist-in-Residence.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO

BLM Issues Decision on Whittaker Creek Campground and Host Site Improvements

The BLM has issued a decision to authorize improvements within the Whittaker Creek Campground to help attract campground hosts and better facilitate educational programs for school groups.