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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Oregon-Washington
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BLM issues South Elk 23 Timber Sale decision record

The BLM Myrtlewood Field office has issued the South Elk 23 Timber Sale decision record for the Big Weekly Elk environmental assessment to conduct forest management treatments via commercial timber sales.
Applegate FO
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BLM plans prescribed burns in NE California, NW Nevada, to prevent wildfire risk

ALTURAS, Calif. – Fire crews from the Bureau of Land Management Applegate Field Office will conduct prescribed burns to reduce hazardous fuels near the community of Cassel in Shasta County, starting as early as October xx. The carefully managed broadcast burns will be conducted on 120 acres of BLM-managed public lands west of the Cassel community and will be implemented when weather and fire activity permits. Smoke may be visible throughout the Burney Basin, and to motorists on State Routes 299 and 89.
Colorado
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BLM Kremmling Field Office announces Rescinding of Stage 1 fire restrictions

Stage 1 fire restrictions will be lifted for all public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management Kremmling Field Office
Montana-Dakotas, North Central DO
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BLM advises caution when driving in the Left Coulee-Bullwhacker area

The Bureau of Land Management reminds visitors to plan carefully and drive with caution when traveling in the Left Coulee-Bullwhacker area of the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument.
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.
Colorado, Upper Colorado River DO, Colorado River Valley FO
Map of public lands that remain closed for safety because of the Derby Fire.

BLM Colorado reopens more public land in Garfield and Eagle Counties

The Bureau of Land Management has reopened more public lands in Garfield and Eagle Counties that were previously closed due to the Derby Fire. The updated closure order takes effect immediately.
Montana-Dakotas, Western Montana DO
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BLM approves sapphire mining project in Lewis and Clark County

The Bureau of Land Management approved a five-year operation for the McCune Bar sapphire mine today
Arizona, Arizona Strip DO
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BLM lifts seasonal fire restrictions in northern Arizona

The Bureau of Land Management is lifting all seasonal fire restrictions for Arizona Strip District public lands, including in Coconino and northern Mohave counties.
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO
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Stage 1 fire restrictions lifted in southern Nevada

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are lifted in southern Nevada as of Friday, September 19th, 2025.
California
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Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area fee changes effective October 1

The Bureau of Land Management’s adjusted recreation permit fees at Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area take effect on October 1. The recreation permit fees are $55 for off-site weekly permits, $70 for on-site weekly permits, and $185 for season permits.
Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO
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BLM Approves Right-of-Way for Uintah County Via Ferrata Parking Area

The BLM has issued an EA and decision record that authorizes Uintah County to construct and operate a parking area with facilities.

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