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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Nevada, Ely DO, Bristlecone FO

BLM Authorizes Bald Mountain Mine Modification Project in White Pine County, Nevada

The BLM has issued a Finding of No Significant Impact and Decision Record authorizing KG Mining (Bald Mountain) Inc. to modify its Plan of Operations for the Bald Mountain Mine, an open-pit gold mine approximately 60 miles northwest of Ely in northwest White Pine County.
Nevada

BLM is accepting public comments on changes to the Cortez Mine in Eureka County

The Bureau of Land Management has opened a 30-day public comment period on proposed changes to parts of Nevada Gold Mine LLC's Cortez Mine in Eureka County.
Nevada

Approved Decision of Townsite Data Center

Bureau of Land Management approved the Townsite Data Center project
Wyoming, Wind River/Bighorn Basin DO, Lander FO

Road Closure South of Dubois

The Bureau of Land Management, in coordination with the Town of Dubois, will work to repair road damage at a popular Third Street public access point south of Dubois.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO

BLM Issues Decision on Tyrrell Seed Orchard Integrated Pest Management DNA

The BLM has issued a decision record on the Tyrrell Seed Orchard Integrated Pest Management DNA authorizing the implementation of IPM activities within the 832.5-acre Tyrrell Seed Orchard boundary.
New Mexico, Pecos DO, Carlsbad FO

Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of BLM New Mexico Terminated Oil and Gas Lease: NMNM141446

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 NMNM141446 from Federal Abstract Company.
Idaho

BLM updates emergency fire closure in the Boise Foothills

BLM updates emergency fire closure in the Boise Foothills
Canyon Country DO, Moab FO

BLM Approves Filming Land Use Permit in Eastern Utah

The BLM has issued a categorical exclusion and decision record that authorizes the issuance of a land use permit for filming and filming related activities for up to 18 days in the Moab Field Office.
Utah, West Desert DO, Salt Lake FO

Fireworks Not Allowed at Bonneville Salt Flats for July 24

The BLM West Desert District reminds the public that fireworks are not authorized on the Bonneville Salt Flats or surrounding BLM-managed lands on July 24.
Nevada

BLM Announces September 2026 Sale of Oil and Gas Leases in Nevada

The Bureau of Land Management today announced an oil and gas lease sale scheduled for September 16, 2026, to offer 14 oil and gas parcels totaling 20,600 acres in Nevada.
Nevada

BLM to Begin Moriah Herd Area Wild Horse Gather

On or about July 20, 2026, the BLM plans to begin a wild horse gather in and around the Moriah Herd Area (HA) located near Ely, Nevada, using the helicopter drive-trap method.