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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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Albuquerque DO, Socorro FO
Prescribed Burn in New Mexico

BLM plans sacaton prescribed burns in central New Mexico

Between now and March 31, 2026, the BLM’s Socorro Field Office, in cooperation with private landowners, will be burning sacaton draws east of Socorro, N.M., weather permitting.
New Mexico, Albuquerque DO
The cone-shaped tent rock formations at Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument.

Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument reopening with new fee following seasonal closure

The BLM is announcing the reopening of Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument from Feb. 1, 2026, following a seasonal closure. Visitors are reminded that visitation to the Monument is by reservation only.
New Mexico
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BLM New Mexico launches “One Dollar, One Tree” holiday savings across local public lands

The Bureau of Land Management has announced a series of holiday affordability measures that will help families save money, enjoy public lands, and support wildfire prevention efforts across New Mexico during the 2025–2026 winter season.
New Mexico, Albuquerque DO
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BLM plans prescribed burns in central New Mexico

The BLM plans to burn piles of juniper, piñon and salt cedar slash in Socorro, Sandoval, and Catron counties.
New Mexico, Albuquerque DO, Socorro FO
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BLM announces brush thinning treatments in central and western New Mexico

Beginning now through Dec. 24, 2025, the BLM will treat approximately 6,000 acres in Sandoval and Socorro counties where native brush densities have surpassed historic, naturally occurring levels.
New Mexico, Pecos DO, Carlsbad FO
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Notice of proposed reinstatement of BLM New Mexico terminated oil and gas leases: NMNM 141402

In accordance with the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920, as amended, the BLM received a petition for reinstatement of terminated competitive oil and gas lease NMNM 141402 from Tascosa Energy Partners, LLC.
Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of BLM New Mexico Terminated Oil and Gas Lease…
New Mexico, Farmington DO, Farmington FO
Two piles of dry shrubbery burning in the middle of a slope covered in snow.

BLM Farmington Field Office plans pile burn near Navajo Lake

Beginning now through this winter, the BLM Farmington Field Office, in coordination with the State Land Office, is planning to burn piles on a two-acre unit, weather permitting.
New Mexico, Albuquerque DO, Rio Puerco FO, Socorro FO, Farmington DO, Farmington FO, Taos FO
a boy in a Santa hat holds a saw at the base of a pine tree

BLM selling Christmas trees in New Mexico

BLM offices in New Mexico will begin selling personal Christmas tree permits for harvest of piñon and juniper.
New Mexico, Las Cruces DO
Cattle on the McGregor Range grazing allotment.

BLM McGregor Range grazing units auction nets over $1 million

The Bureau of Land Management auctioned eight grazing units within the McGregor Range in southern New Mexico.
New Mexico, Farmington DO, Taos FO
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BLM New Mexico to combat invasive grasses with aerial herbicide treatments

Starting in the last 2 weeks of Sept., the BLM will conduct an herbicide application using aerial drones to reduce the spread of Cheatgrass, noxious weeds, and wildfire fuels across 330 acres of the Cerro de la Olla.
National Office, Colorado, Montana-Dakotas, New Mexico
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BLM advances environmental assessments for challenged oil and gas leases

BLM is moving forward with supplemental environmental assessments for litigated oil and gas leases in seven states, stemming from legal challenges brought by WildEarth Guardians and other plaintiffs between 2016-2021. 

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