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, Butte FO

BLM Offers $500 Reward for Information About Vandalism at John G Trailhead

The BLM is offering a $500 reward for information leading to the identification, arrest, and/or conviction of the individual or individuals responsible for recent vandalism in the Scratch Gravel Hills Recreation Area.
California

BLM ANNOUNCES SEASONAL FIRE RESTRICTIONS IN THE EASTERN SIERRA

BISHOP, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management, in coordination with the US Wildland Fire Agency, is issuing fire restrictions for all BLM managed lands in Inyo, Mono, and portions of Alpine counties effective Monday, June 22, due to dry conditions and wildland fire danger. These seasonal restrictions are in addition to the year-round statewide fire prevention order. This seasonal fire order will remain in effect until further notice.
Nevada

BLM issues decision for Silver Springs 345kV Fold

The Bureau of Land Management has posted the Final Environmental Assessment for the Silver Springs 345kV Fold Project.
Oregon-Washington, Medford DO

BLM announces fire prevention order for the Medford District June 18, 2026

The Bureau of Land Management has implemented restrictions and prohibitions on specific activities and equipment to mitigate the risk of human-caused fires on lands administered by the BLM Medford District.
Colorado, Northwest DO, Kremmling FO

All Public Lands in BLM Kremmling Field Office in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions by Friday

BLM Kremmling Field Office will enact stage 1 fire restrictions for public lands managed by the field office within the boundaries of Jackson, Larimer, and Summit Counties 12:01 a.m. June 19.
Colorado, Northwest DO, White River FO

BLM White River Field Office Enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

BLM White River Field Office will implement stage 1 fire restrictions June 19 because of dry conditions and high fire danger.
Utah

BLM Designates 10 Backcountry Airstrips in Utah

The BLM Moab and Monticello field offices have designated five backcountry airstrips each.
Colorado

BLM Gunnison Field Office Implements Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

BLM Gunnison Field Office is implementing Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on all BLM-administered public lands within Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, Ouray, Saguache, and San Juan counties beginning Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 12:01 a.m.
Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO

BLM announces fire prevention order for the Lakeview District June 17, 2026

The Bureau of Land Management will implement public use restrictions and prohibitions on specific activities and equipment to mitigate the risk of human caused fires on lands administered by the BLM Lakeview District.
Vernal FO

BLM approves nine APDs in Uintah County

The BLM approved nine Applications for Permit to Drill authorizing Middle Fork Energy Uinta, LLC, to drill gas wells for the Lestrange 24-1-722 Well Pad: DOI-BLM-UT-G010-2026-0090-EA.
Oregon-Washington, Burns DO

BLM announces fire prevention order for East Steens Mountain area June 16, 2026

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