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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BLM-managed public lands in Caribou County, Idaho. BLM photograph.

BLM accepting nominations for geothermal development in Idaho

The BLM is accepting nominations of Idaho public lands for competitive geothermal leasing for the geothermal lease sale tentatively scheduled for October 2026. All nominations must be received by Oct. 1, 2025. Nominations received after this deadline will be processed for a future lease sale.
Idaho, Twin Falls DO
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Stage 1 Fire Restrictions begin Friday

The South Idaho Interagency Dispatch Center announces Stage 1 Fire Restrictions will go into effect at 11:59 p.m. Thursday.
Idaho, Boise DO, Bruneau FO, Twin Falls DO, Burley FO, Shoshone FO
Jim Sage area managed by the Burley Field Office

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.
Idaho, Idaho Falls DO, Upper Snake FO
aerial view of Henrys Lake in southeastern Idaho

BLM seeks input on two plans with changes to camping fees in southeast Idaho

The public is encouraged to review two recreation plans and submit comments by Aug. 18, 2025.
Idaho, Idaho Falls DO, Pocatello FO
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BLM seeks public input on proposed changes to campground recreation fees in southeast Idaho

The BLM Pocatello Field Office is seeking public input on proposed changes to existing campground fees and the introduction of new fees at Pipeline Campground. Comments will be received and considered through Aug. 15, 2025, and incorporated into the final plan.
Idaho
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Notice of public meeting of the Idaho Resource Advisory Council

The BLM Idaho Resource Advisory Council will meet on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
Notice of public meeting of the Idaho Resource Advisory Council
Idaho, Coeur d Alene DO
Large rocks and debris in a forested path

BLM seeks input on obstacles or structures adjacent to West Fork Pine Creek route

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) seeks input during a 30-day public comment period on an environmental assessment of man-made obstacles or structures adjacent to the West Fork Pine Creek motorized route.
Idaho
Geothermal operation

BLM to hold September 2025 geothermal lease sale in southern Idaho

The Bureau of Land Management Idaho State Office will hold a competitive geothermal lease sale on Sept. 9, 2025, offering nine parcels totaling nearly 20,615 acres in Elmore and Washington counties and roughly 3,740 acres in Bonneville County. Leasing of these parcels will allow the lessees to explore and potentially develop geothermal resources within the parcel. The auction will be held online via EnergyNet.
Idaho, Idaho Falls DO, Challis FO
Challis rec

BLM seeks public input on draft business plan for recreation changes in central Idaho

The BLM Challis Field Office management is seeking public input on proposed changes to existing campground fees and the introduction of new fees at select sites.
Idaho, Boise DO, Owyhee FO
Heavy equipment working within a zeolite mine in southwest Idaho.

BLM approves expansion of zeolite mines in southwest Idaho

The Bureau of Land Management approved expansions of about six acres each to increase production of the PDZ and Teague zeolite mines near Jordan Valley in Owyhee County.
Idaho
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Filing of Surveys

The plats and/or field notes of the following described surveys are scheduled to be officially filed in the BLM, Idaho State Office.
Filing of Surveys

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