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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California

BLM rangers secure conviction in Fort Ord National Monument vandalism case

MARINA, Calif. – Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Law Enforcement staff successfully investigated two individuals for vandalism at Fort Ord National Monument in Monterey County, leading to convictions in State Court, reinforcing the agency's commitment to protecting public lands through cooperation with State and County partners.
Colorado, Upper Colorado River DO, Colorado River Valley FO

BLM proposes project to reduce wildfire risk, improve forest health

BLM seeks public input on a proposal to treat vegetation on about 5,000 acres of public land in the King Mountain area of Routt County, Colorado.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO

Molalla River logjam blocks river travel

The Bureau of Land Management advises Molalla Wild and Scenic River recreationists of a logjam fully blocking the river channel at river mile 38, downstream from Horse Creek Bridge.
Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO

BLM issues decision on Upper Klamath River Commercial Boating Categorical Exclusion

The BLM Klamath Falls Field office has issued a decision record for a Categorical Exclusion to issue new authorizations for special recreation permits for guided commercial boating, camping, and fishing.
Nevada

BLM approves Chin Creek Emergency Stabilization and Burned Area Rehabilitation Project

BLM has approved emergency stabilization and burned area rehabilitation in the 2025 Chin Creek Fire area 57 miles northeast of Ely, to include contour log felling, aerial herbicide, and noxious weed control.
California

BLM California Desert District seeks public input on 2026 off-highway vehicle grant proposals

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management invites public and stakeholder input on off-highway vehicle grant proposals for submission to the California State Parks Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division 2026 grant cycle. These grants support off-highway vehicle management activities, including visitor services, law enforcement, resource protection, planning and monitoring, and maintenance on BLM-managed public lands.
Arizona, Colorado River DO, Kingman FO

BLM plans prescribed burns in Hualapai Mountains

The Colorado River District is scheduled to undertake prescribed burning in the Hualapai Mountains, located 20 to 25 miles southeast of Kingman between February and April.
Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO

BLM approves energy infrastructure in Uintah County and canyon shuttle services in Desolation & Gray Canyons

The BLM has approved a temporary waterline for completion operations in Uintah County, new federal oil well drilling permits, and a new commercial shuttle service permit for boaters in Desolation and Gray Canyons.
Nevada

BLM approves Southwest Gas pipeline ROW in Weed Heights

The Bureau of Land Management Sierra Front Field Office has approved a right-of-way (ROW) to Southwest Gas for a natural gas pipeline in Weed Heights, near Yerington, Lyon County, NV.
Oregon-Washington, Medford DO

BLM fuels reduction project at Cathedral Hills

The Bureau of Land Management is hosting a public meeting Feb. 12 at 5:30 pm at the Fruitdale Grange, 1440 Parkdale Dr. Grants Pass, to provide information about a hazardous fuels reduction project in Cathedral Hills.
Nevada

The Humboldt River Field Office has concluded the Jakes Fire emergency wild horse gather

– On January 26, 2026, the Humboldt River Field Office (HRFO) began the 2026 Jakes Fire emergency wild horse gather and concluded the operation on January 30, 2026.