Announcements

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Idaho
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BLM acquires Queens Crown parcel in southcentral Idaho

The Bureau of Land Management today announced acquisition of the 281-acre Queens Crown parcel bordering the Blaine County Transfer Station in southcentral Idaho. BLM acquired the parcel from the Wood River Land Trust with money from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF).
New Mexico, Rio Puerco FO
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BLM seeks input for proposed $1 fee increase at Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on a proposal to increase the standard amenity fee at Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument.
Nevada, Humboldt FO
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BLM seeks input for proposed natural gas pipeline near Valmy

The BLM is seeking public comments on the proposed Valmy Lateral Pipeline Project, which would consist of a 16-mile, 24-inch buried natural gas pipeline between the existing Ruby Pipeline and the Valmy Power Plant.
Colorado, Royal Gorge FO
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Browns Canyon National Monument recognized as stargazing destination with new Dark Sky Park certification

Browns Canyon National Monument has been certified as an International Dark Sky Park by DarkSky International.
Wyoming, Newcastle FO
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BLM invites public participation in Nebraska land use plan revision process

The BLM is offering in-person public meetings in Scottsbluff and Valentine, Neb., to provide information and solicit feedback during the Draft RMP comment period.
Nevada, Carson City DO
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Seasonal motorized vehicle closure at Sand Hills Critical Wildlife Habitat Area

The BLM, Sierra Front Field Office seasonal motorized vehicle closure of the Sand Hills Critical Wildlife Area went into effect on Dec. 1, 2024, and will end on April 30, 2025.
Utah, West Desert DO
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BLM sets aside lands for review of proposed Neptune Solar Project

The BLM is temporarily setting aside roughly 1,920 acres of public lands associated with the proposed 200-megawatt Neptune Solar Project near Delta in Millard County
Utah
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BLM seeks input on planned restoration projects

BLM seeks input on planned restoration projects
Idaho, Upper Snake FO
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Stinking Springs and Egin areas temporarily closed to protect wildlife

Temporary annual closure of the Stinking Springs area near the South Fork of the Snake River to all motorized vehicles and human entry in order to support wildlife survival rates.
Wyoming, Cody FO
A person fishes from a rock jetty surrounded by the water of a scenic reservoir with partially snow-covered mountains for the backdrop.

Shoreline restored at Hogan Reservoir near Cody

Visitors to the Hogan and Luce Recreation Area near Cody will notice an improved, safer shoreline, new rock fishing pier and other improvements.
Eastern States, Southeastern States DO
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BLM seeks initial input for September 2025 oil and gas lease sales in Louisiana, Michigan, and Mississippi

The BLM Eastern States State Office today opened a public scoping period to receive public input on six oil and gas parcels that may be included in a September 2025 lease sale in Louisiana, Michigan, and Mississippi.