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Aerial photo of the tundra and rivers of the Northeast National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska.
Biden-Harris Administration takes critical action to protect Alaska Native subsistence, lands and wildlife
The Department of the Interior today took two actions to help ensure millions of acres in Alaska are appropriately managed to protect the subsistence economy important to Alaska Native people ...
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BLM seeks public comment on Jove Solar Project in Arizona
The Bureau of Land Management invites the public to review and provide comment on the draft environmental impact statement for the proposed Jove Solar Project located in La Paz County.
A blue New Mexico sky over Placitas with a Cholla cactus in the foreground.
Secretary Haaland protects sacred, sensitive lands in New Mexico
Duck fly over a wetland
Biden-Harris Administration finalizes strategy to guide balanced management, conservation of public lands
The Department of the Interior today announced a final rule to help guide the balanced management of America’s public lands. The final Public Lands Rule provides tools for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to help improve the health and resilience of public lands in the face of a changing climate; conserve important wildlife habitat and intact landscapes; facilitate responsible development; and better recognize unique cultural and natural resources on public lands. 
Rows of Solar Batteries in the desert
BLM announces Sunlight Storage II Battery System is fully operational
Tungsten Mountain Geothermal Power Plant
BLM adopts categorical exclusions to expedite geothermal energy permitting
Two people standing in a stream wearing waders and hats. One of the two has a net and the other is recording data. A third person sits on the streambank with his feet in the water.
BLM to invest $3.1 million to restore wildlife habitats, as part of the Investing in America agenda

 

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BLM takes next step on proposed Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Mine in Nevada

TONOPAH, Nev.

BLM Staff conducting compliance check on oil and gas development in Colorado
BLM ensures fair taxpayer return, strengthens accountability for oil and gas operations on public lands

WASHINGTON — The Department of the Interior today announced a final rule to revise the Bureau of Land Mana

Renewable Energy Development in the California Desert
Biden-Harris Administration delivers historic milestones, new actions for clean energy on public lands
The Biden-Harris administration today announced a series of historic milestones and actions to promote responsible clean energy development on public lands and help achieve President Biden’s goal of creating a carbon pollution-free power sector by 2035.
A herd of pronghorn walk across grassland with mountains rising in the distance.
BLM invests $4.8 million to address drought in western states as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced a $4.8 million investment through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to boost partnerships aimed at

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BLM seeks input on Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument plan
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Las Cruces District Office is seeking public input for the draft Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument Environmental Impact Statement and Resource Management Plan, which was made available today on the BLM National NEPA Register.
Many yellowing aspens in a forest along a mountain ridge.
Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes Protections for Thompson Divide

WASHINGTON —

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BLM boosts internet access and reliability for rural and underserved communities

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In support of access to reliable high-speed internet service for every American, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is updating regulations for developing and o

Interior Department finalizes rule to reduce oil and gas waste on public and Tribal lands
A herd of pronghorn wander through snowy rangeland
Interior Department Announces Nearly $12 Million to Protect and Restore Western Wildlife Habitats and Migration Corridors

WASHINGTON — The Department of the Interior and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) today 

Burros standing in sagebrush
BLM 2024 wild horse and burro estimates show reduced overpopulation

The Bureau of Land Management today released its annual wild horse and burro population estimates,

A child runs down a gravel trail in front of an adult. The trail is surrounded by short vegetation with mountains rising in the background.
Interior Department invests nearly $11 million from President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to restore lands and waters
A map containing the Marietta Unit of the Wayne National Forest outlined in red. Below that is an inset map zoomed out, showing the area is located on the Ohio and West Virginia Border. A BLM logo, and a map legend showing distance are in separate boxes on the right and left of the inset map, respectively.
BLM seeks input on additional environmental analysis for oil and gas leasing in Ohio

FALLS CHURCH, Va.

Hat Creek/Little Hat Creek area with Park Creek Acquisition parcel approximately outlined. Photo courtesy of BLM.
BLM acquires central Idaho lands to protect crucial wildlife habitat

CHALLIS, Idaho—With funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), the Bureau of Land Management is partnering with The Conservati

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BLM seeks comment for the Robertson Mine Project in Nevada

BLM seeks comment for the Robertson Mine Project in Nevada

Public meetings are scheduled for Apr. 1 and 2

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BLM proposes stronger greater sage-grouse conservation plans

WASHINGTON – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is announcing a draft plan to strengthen greater sage-grous

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BLM announces establishment of two critical headquarters leadership positions

In order to enhance operational efficiency and address the growing demands on public lands, Bureau of Land Management Director Tracy Stone-Manning announced today the est

A child runs down a gravel trail in front of an adult. The trail is surrounded by short vegetation with mountains rising in the background.
President proposes $1.6 billion budget for BLM public lands
Bears Ears National Monument Sign approaching from Blanding, UT. The monument is co-stewarded by the BLM, USDA Forest Service, and Bears Ears Commission.
BLM, USDA Forest Service invite input on Bears Ears National Monument draft plan

MONTICELLO, Utah — The Bureau of Land Management and U.S.