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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Rescission of Intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the Oil and Gas Leasing Decisions in Seven States

The BLM is rescinding its notice to prepare an environmental impact statement (EIS) for the oil and gas leasing decisions in seven states.
Rescission of Intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the Oil a…
California, California Desert DO, Needles FO
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BLM approves Chubbuck Mine access road and associated facilities

The Bureau of Land Management today announced approval of an access road and associated facilities on about six public acres adjacent to the existing Chubbuck Mine near Cadiz in San Bernardino County.
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Montana-Dakotas
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BLM reminds recreational shooters to prioritize safety and fire prevention on public lands

With warmer spring weather drawing more people outdoors, the Bureau of Land Management is reminding the public to follow responsible shooting practices on BLM-managed lands in Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota.
Arizona, Colorado River DO, Lake Havasu FO
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BLM to conduct maintenance at Rock House Recreation Area boat ramp April 21–22

The Bureau of Land Management will conduct maintenance at the Rock House Recreation Area on April 21–22 to remove cattails and submerged aquatic vegetation from the boat ramp.
Nevada, Carson City DO
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BLM seeks input on proposed Lahontan wild horse gather plan

The BLM is seeking public input on the Lahontan Wild Horse Gather Preliminary Environmental Assessment.
National Office, Colorado, Montana-Dakotas, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming
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BLM rescinds oil and gas environmental analysis preparation in seven states

BLM is rescinding its notice to prepare an environmental impact statement for the oil and gas leasing decisions in seven states from February 2015 to December 2020.
Environmental Impact Statements; Availability, etc.: Oil and Gas Leasing Decisi…
Nevada
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BLM approves lithium exploration project in Clayton Valley

Allows construction, operation, maintaining, and eventual decommission of exploration wells over 10 years.
Montana-Dakotas
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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
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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
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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.

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