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
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BLM approves limited access for carbon sequestration test well in response to public input

In direct response to public feedback, the Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas has approved a limited portion of the proposed Snowy River Carbon Sequestration Project application in Carter County, Montana.
Oregon-Washington
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Campfires banned with increased fire restrictions in Northwest Oregon

Wildfire danger continues to increase, and the Bureau of Land Management is enacting a Level II Fire Prevention Order.
California
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BLM seeks input on proposed Persistence Mine operation in San Bernardino County

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on a proposed mining project for the Persistence Mine operation in San Bernardino County, Calif. Gold Discovery Group has requested approval of their plan of operations for a 128-acre placer gold mining operation on BLM-managed public land in the Atolia area.
Arizona, Arizona Strip DO
Light, individual smokes may be visible within the fire perimeter as crews continue to repair suppression lines.

White Sage Fire Daily Update - July 31, 2025

As of July 31, the White Sage Fire is 58,985 acres and 83% contained.
Alaska
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Implementing executive order 14153 for special areas within the National Petroleum Reserve

The BLM, Alaska State Office, is rescinding the BLM notice entitled “Special Areas Within the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska,” published in the Federal Register on July 17, 2024.
Implementing executive order 14153 for special areas within the National Petrol…
Idaho, Boise DO, Bruneau FO, Twin Falls DO, Burley FO, Shoshone FO
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BLM seeks input on proposed geothermal leasing in southern Idaho

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking input on proposed geothermal leasing of five parcels totaling approximately 19,596 acres across Blaine, Camas, and Cassia counties. The comment period will end Aug. 29, 2025. Leasing of these parcels will allow lessees to explore the potential for future geothermal development.
Utah, Color Country DO, Richfield FO
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BLM seeks input on potential new campground

The BLM Richfield Field Office is seeking public comments on a proposed new campground east of Torrey, off Beas Lewis Flat Rd. The area is popular for dispersed camping due to proximity to Capitol Reef National Park.
Arizona, Arizona Strip DO
Repair work on the White Sage Fire.

White Sage Fire Daily Update - July 30, 2025

As of July 30, the White Sage Fire is 58,985 acres and 83% contained.
Alaska
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Application for a recordable disclaimer of interest for lands owned by University of Alaska

The University of Alaska has filed an application for a recordable disclaimer of interest application with the Bureau of Land Management for the lands described in Mineral Survey No. 2407.
Application for a recordable disclaimer of interest for lands owned by Universi…
Wyoming
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BLM issues emergency area closure due to Vees Fire in Washakie County

The Bureau of Land Management Worland Field Office has issued an emergency closure of public lands in Washakie County affected by the Vees Fire to ensure public and firefighter safety during active suppression efforts.
Arizona, Colorado River DO, Yuma FO
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BLM to close T.K. Jones Campground for surface re-paving

Located near Yuma, T.K. Jones Campground will be temporarily closed to camping from August 2 through August 12.

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