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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Nevada
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BLM approves Middle Mile fiber optic network in northern Nevada

The Bureau of Land Management approved the Nevada Interstate 80 Middle Mile Project, an approximately 404-mile-long buried fiber optic network spanning the state of Nevada along the I-80 corridor.
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO
graphic reading fire restrictions reduced southern nevada

Stage 1 fire restrictions lifted in southern Nevada

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are lifted in southern Nevada as of Friday, September 19th, 2025.
Nevada, Battle Mountain DO
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BLM approves expanded Montezuma Gold exploration project near Goldfield

Kinross Gold Corporation is approved to construct roads and drill at up to 48 new drill sites. The project will employ a contractor workforce of approximately 60 employees over 10 years.
Nevada
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BLM approves Big Smoky geophysical surveys in central Nevada

Two categorical exclusions and decision records for geophysical surveys associated with geothermal energy production are now available for public inspection on BLM's planning website.
Nevada
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Humboldt River Field Office has finalized the Washburn Wells Environmental Assessment

The Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact has been finalized for the Washburn Wells project and a Proposed Decision Record has been signed.
Nevada, Winnemucca DO, Humboldt River FO
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BLM approves wild horse and burro management plan for Blue Wing Complex

The Bureau of Land Management today approved the plan for how wild horses and burros will be managed within the Blue Wing Complex in Pershing County.
Nevada, Battle Mountain DO, Mount Lewis FO
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BLM seeks input for proposed Silver Peak lithium mine expansion

If approved, Albemarle Corporation could expand operations across an additional 1,596 acres, including 1,053 acres of public lands.
Nevada
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BLM approves Lamoille Summit trail system project

The Bureau of Land Management approved the Lamoille Summit Trail System (Project) located between Elko and Spring Creek, Nevada.
Nevada
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BLM to hold October 2025 geothermal lease sale in Nevada

The Bureau of Land Management will hold a competitive geothermal lease sale on Oct. 21, 2025, offering 113 parcels totaling 377,678.890 acres in Churchill, Esmeralda, Elko, Eureka, Humboldt, Lander, Lyon, Mineral, Nye, Pershing, and Washoe counties in Nevada.
Nevada, Carson City DO
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BLM implements weeds reduction in Washoe Valley

The Sierra Front Field Office, in partnership with University of Nevada-Reno (UNR), has begun vegetation management to reduce noxious and invasive weeds using sheep grazing at Winters Ranch in Washoe Valley, south of Reno, NV.
Nevada
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BLM Nevada issues closure order for Wilson Reservoir Campground and Access Road 1094

For the safety of the public and firefighters, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is temporarily closing the Wilson Reservoir Recreation Area Campground and BLM Road 1094. The closure is in response to increased fire activity from the Cottonwood Peak Fire.

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