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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Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO
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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
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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.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO
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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.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO
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BLM Issues Decision on Badger Mountain Fiber Optic Installation Categorical Exclusion

The BLM has issued a decision to authorize a Right-of-Way agreement with a telecommunications company to place buried 24-count fiber optic cables in a conduit to provide commercial service to existing and future homes.
Oregon-Washington, Vale DO
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BLM Issues Decision on Oregon Hunts Special Recreation Permit Renewal

The Bureau of Land Management Vale District has issued a decision on the categorical exclusion for Oregon Hunts Year-Round commercial hunting and guiding services special recreation permits.
Oregon-Washington, Vale DO
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BLM Announces Emergency Closures for the Vale District

Due to extreme wildfire activity across Eastern Oregon, the Bureau of Land Management’s Vale District is issuing emergency closures to protect public safety, natural and cultural resources, and reduce conflicts with firefighting and emergency personnel.
Oregon-Washington, Burns DO
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BLM Announces Emergency Closure of Roads on the Bureau of Land Management Burns District, Oregon July 28, 2026

The BLM has implemented an emergency closure of the Stinkingwater Access Road and the Warm Springs – Stinkingwater Road to address first responder and public safety within the area of the Coleman Creek Fire.
Oregon-Washington, Burns DO
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BLM Takes Proactive Measures to Protect Burns District Corrals

Emergency officials are requesting that the public avoid corral facilities to allow firefighting crews to work safely and effectively. Officials emphasized that remaining on-site is the safest option for the animals.
Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO
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Widespread Emergency Closures Implemented across BLM Prineville District

Due to extreme wildfire activity across Central Oregon, the BLM is issuing emergency closures to protect public safety, natural and cultural resources, and reduce conflicts with firefighting and emergency personnel.
Oregon-Washington, Vale DO
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BLM Accepting Comments on Barren Valley WHB DNA

The BLM is conducting an emergency Wild Horse gather in the Barren Valley complex and accepting public comments on the Determination of NEPA Adequacy through July 31, 2026.
Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO
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BLM Issues Decision on Mazama Energy Geothermal Operations Plan

The Bureau of Land Management Deschutes Field Office has issued a decision record for a categorical exclusion to authorize Mazama Energy's Geothermal Operations Plan.

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