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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Arizona

Notice of filing of plat of survey

This notice is to inform the public of the official filing of the plat of survey of the land described below in the BLM Arizona State Office in Phoenix, Arizona.
Oregon-Washington

Bureau of Land Management invites public to comment on proposed John Day Basin fee adjustment

The BLM is asking people for input on proposed adjustments in the John Day Basin Fee Area. The area, known for its breathtaking scenery and recreational opportunities, serves tens of thousands of visitors each year.
Colorado, Upper Colorado River DO, Grand Junction FO

BLM Colorado updates public land closure in Mesa County for firefighting activities

Today, the Bureau of Land Management issued a public land closure notice that modifies a previous closure in Mesa County because of the Turner Gulch and Wright Draw fires. BLM issued the emergency closure to keep the public and firefighters safe while fire crews work on controlling the fires and restoring the area afterward. The areas described below will remain closed until fire managers declare the fires are controlled or BLM rescinds the order.
Oregon-Washington

BLM to combat invasive grasses with aerial herbicide treatments

The Bureau of Land Management will conduct aerial herbicide applications to reduce the spread of invasive annual grasses and wildfire threat.
Wyoming, High Plains DO, Casper FO

Trails Center re-opens with temporary access during water line and road construction

The Trails Center in Casper will re-open with alternative access to the facility today. BLM would like to remind the public to stay safe on the temporary loose gravel road, located north of the normal entrance.
Alaska, Fairbanks DO

BLM ends fire closure in the White Mountains National Recreation Area

Due to reduced wildland fire activity, the BLM issued a fire order to end the emergency closure August 15 at 12:01 a.m. for the White Mountains National Recreation Area north of Fairbanks, Alaska.
Oregon-Washington

Lakeview Field Office issues categorical exclusion

The Bureau of Land Management Lakeview Field Office has issued a decision record for a categorical exclusion.
National Office

Bureau of Land Management proposes to renew Office of Management and Budget approval for an information collection

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Bureau of Land Management proposes to renew Office of Management and Budget approval for an information collection.
Colorado

New fire reported west of Maybell, CO

The Twelve fire was reported the afternoon of August 6th at approximately 3:00PM and is burning roughly 18 miles west of Maybell, CO between Elk Springs and the Deer Lodge Park Road.
Colorado

BLM Uncompahgre Field Office implements Stage 2 fire restrictions

Stage 2 fire restrictions begin Friday, August 8,2025 for all public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management Uncompahgre Field Office
Colorado

BLM Tres Rios Field Office implements Stage 2 fire restrictions

Stage 2 fire restrictions begin August 8 for all public lands administered by the BLM Tres Rios Field Office.