Public Input & Actions

The Federal Register is the official daily publication for notices, proposed rules and final rules of Federal agencies. The BLM uses the Federal Register to announce and explain our plans to solve problems and accomplish goals, and to give the public an opportunity to comment on the actions we propose. We encourage citizens to make their voices heard on the issues that are important to them.
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Nevada
A map depicts the location of the Clayton Valley Lithium Exploration project.

BLM approves lithium exploration project in Clayton Valley

Allows construction, operation, maintaining, and eventual decommission of exploration wells over 10 years.
Montana-Dakotas
A BLM firefighter walks along a road, with flames are seen in the woods on the same side of the road during a prescribed burn.

BLM to conduct prescribed burns in the Lower Blackfoot area

The Bureau of Land Management’s Missoula Field Office plans to conduct prescribed burns in the Lower Blackfoot area, including the Potomac and Greenough communities, as early as next week.
Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO
Image shows possible area for parking lot near the Ashley Gorge

BLM seeks public input on proposal to improve access to Ashley Springs Via Ferrata

The BLM Vernal Field Office is seeking public comments through May 9, 2025, on a proposal to authorize Uintah County’s construction of a parking area and hiking trail to improve access and safety for the Ashley Springs Via Ferrata climbing route in Ashley Gorge.
National Office, California
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Colosseum Mine in California given go ahead to continue mining operation

The resumption of mining at Colosseum Mine in California, America's second rare earth elements mine, supports efforts to bolster America's capacity to produce the critical materials needed to manufacture the technologies to power our future.
Nevada, Humboldt River FO
Map of Washburn Wells location

Humboldt River Field Office has initiated a public comment period for the Washburn Wells Preliminary Environmental Assessment

The Preliminary Environmental Assessment for the Washburn Wells project will be made available for public review for 30 days, starting on April 8, 2025.
Arizona, Gila DO, Tucson FO
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BLM seeks input for proposed copper exploration near Florence

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment for proposed copper exploration on public lands in the Mineral Mountain area east of Florence in Pinal County.
Montana-Dakotas
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BLM Montana/Dakotas announces approval of six new recreation business plans

The Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas State Director Sonya Germann approved six new recreation business plans to improve visitor experiences and update fee structures across the region.
Montana-Dakotas, Eastern Montana/Dakotas DO
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Draft EA and public comment for Freedom Mine company for North Dakota

BLM and OSMRE announce that a draft environmental assessment is available for public review and comment for the Coteau Property Company's emergency Federal coal lease-by-application for Freedom Mine.
Draft EA and public comment for Freedom Mine company for North Dakota
Wyoming
lander road closure

Temporary road closure near Lander, Wyo. | portion of Hudson-Atlantic City Road (BLM Road 2302)

The Lander Field Office has temporarily closed a portion of the Hudson–Atlantic City Road (BLM Road 2302) for public safety. Recent snowmelt has washed out a culvert and created hazardous conditions for vehicular travel.
Montana-Dakotas
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BLM to increase campground fees to enhance visitor experience along the Madison River

In response to growing demand and increasing operational costs, the Bureau of Land Management is increasing campground fees for recreation sites along the Madison River, managed by the Dillon Field Office. These changes will directly benefit visitors by supporting year-round site maintenance, enhancing facilities, and providing high-quality recreational opportunities for all.
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rock Springs FO
Wild horses running in Salt Wells Creek, Southwest Wyoming in 2015.

BLM seeks input on proposed Rock Springs wild horse plan

The Bureau of Land Management is opening a 30-day public comment period on an environmental assessment for the proposed gather and removal of nearly 3,000 wild horses from 1,347,399 acres of public lands in southwest WY.
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