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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Utah, Color Country DO, Richfield FO, Canyon Country DO, Moab FO

Grazing permits proposed in Sanpete County; I-70 staging area approved

The BLM seeks to authorize 10-year grazing permits for six allotments in Sanpete County and approved a staging area adjacent to Interstate-70 in Grand County for the Utah Department of Transportation.
Utah, Color Country DO, Richfield FO

Utah Prairie Dog habitat recovery approved; Vegetation and fuels management authorized

The BLM has issued final decisions to implement habitat restoration for the Utah Prairie Dog and two large-scale vegetation treatments to reduce hazardous fuels and improve sagebrush health for regional wildlife.
Utah, Color Country DO, Cedar City FO, Canyon Country DO, Monticello FO

Hunting permits authorized; Fossil excavation and fiber optic line approved

The BLM has authorized three hunting guide permits in Cedar City, a paleontological excavation in Bears Ears National Monument, and a new fiber optic telecommunications line along County Road B110 in San Juan County.
Utah, Color Country DO, St George FO

BLM authorizes SR9 Campground Management Project near popular recreation area

The Bureau of Land Management has signed the decision for the implementation of the SR9 Campground Management Project in Washington County, Utah.
Utah, Paria River DO, Kanab FO

BLM moves forward with vegetation treatments in the Upper Sevier Watershed

The BLM Kanab Field Office has issued a decision to conduct a variety of vegetation treatments to restore the functionality of habitat within the Upper Sevier Watershed, benefitting wildlife and people.
Utah, Paria River DO, Kanab FO, Color Country DO, St George FO, Canyon Country DO, Moab FO

University and hunting permits authorized; Utility and rangeland infrastructure approved; Filming and trailhead improvements authorized

BLM has authorized university and hunting recreation permits, utility and water infrastructure projects, a new vault toilet, and commercial filming across Garfield, Kane, Washington, and Grand counties.
Utah, Green River DO, Price FO, Vernal FO

Parking improvements approved at Bellevue Flat; Energy development authorized in Uintah and Duchesne Counties

The BLM has authorized parking improvements at Bellevue Flat Trailhead and approved three energy projects including the Loafer, Skoufos North, and Cora oil and gas wells across Uintah and Duchesne counties.
Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO

BLM approves renewal of grazing permit for Black Allotment in Emery County

The BLM Price Field Office has approved the renewal of the existing grazing permit for the Black Allotment located in Emery County, Utah.
Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO, Canyon Country DO, Monticello FO

Shaded fuel break authorized on Cedar Mesa; Oil and gas projects approved in Duchesne and Uintah Counties

The BLM has authorized a shaded fuel break in Bears Ears National Monument, seven oil wells for the Klondike project in Duchesne County, and a new gas well for the Bronto project in Uintah County.
Utah, Canyon Country DO, Moab FO

Eight special recreation permits authorized; White Wash Sand Dunes filming permit approved

The BLM Moab Field Office has authorized eight special recreation permit actions and a filming permit for Banijay UK Entertainment at the White Wash Sand Dunes to support commercial and recreation activities.
Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO

Skoufos South oil wells approved; Mountain bike race permit authorized in Uintah Co.

The BLM has authorized oil development for the Skoufos South project in Duchesne County and approved a 10-year special recreation permit for the Utah Gravel Series mountain bike race in Uintah County.