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Close up of greater sage grouse. Photo by Bob Wick, BLM.
Interior Department proposes strengthened protections for greater sage-grouse habitat
The Department of the Interior announced today that the Bureau of Land Management has published proposed updates to strengthen conservation and management of greater sage-grouse habitat on public lands.
The sun sets over a rocky landscape and scattered desert brush.
BLM seeks nominations for Public Lands Rule Advisory Committee
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking nominations for a new Federal advisory committee that will help inform how the Bureau implements the Public Lands Rule.
Two rows of solar panels stretch across the ground with vegetation growing between them.
Bureau of Land Management releases proposed Western Solar Plan
The BLM today announced its proposed roadmap for solar energy development on public lands, designed to expand efficient and environmentally responsible solar project permitting on public lands across the West.
Mud Flat Oolite Site
BLM seeks input on protections for rare plants and fossils at Mud Flat Oolite Site
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on a proposed withdrawal that would protect 1,958 acres of public lands within the Mud Flat Oolite Site near the City of Grand View in Owyhee County, southwestern Idaho.
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BLM proposes to transfer 160 acres to Grays Lake National Wildlife Refuge
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on a proposal to transfer approximately 159 acres of public lands in Bonneville County to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in southeastern Idaho.
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BLM issues final environmental review for proposed Lava Ridge wind project
At almost half of the project’s originally proposed size, the BLM’s preferred alternative was shaped by public input and meetings, listening sessions, and significant engagement with local landowners and ranchers, Tribal Nations, federal, state and county elected leaders, interested organizations, the BLM’s Resource Advisory Council for the area, and the National Park Service.
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BLM completes Upper Snake East Travel Management Plan in southeastern Idaho
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Upper Snake Field Office staff have today completed a plan that defines a comprehensive system of routes in southeastern Idaho.
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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. 
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

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 

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 proposes stronger greater sage-grouse conservation plans

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

Two people in hiking gear sit on a rock ledge overlooking a river
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

Resource Advisory Council members received briefing. Photo Credit: BLM
Advise on Federal land management issues by serving on the Idaho Resource Advisory Council

 

Off-highway vehicle users on BLM-managed public lands in Owyhee County, Idaho. (BLM)
BLM seeks input on fifth Owyhee County travel management plan to reduce user conflicts and protect natural resources

BOISE, Idaho

Person overlooking the Snake River canyon area.
BLM and partners finalize third travel management plan in southwestern Idaho

BOISE, Idaho—After extensive work with local partner organizations, the Bureau of Land Management today finalized the third of five plans that, taken tog

Photo of Blaine Newman hiking, with mountains and blue sky in the background.
BLM Pocatello Field Office welcomes new Field Manager

POCATELLO, Idaho —

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BLM asks the public to temporarily avoid Discovery Hill River Bluffs Road near Salmon

SALMON, Id

Huckleberry Recreation Site
Reservations now available for summer camping at BLM’s Huckleberry Campground

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Picture of solar panels in desert setting.
BLM hosting public meeting in Boise to discuss progress to catalyze solar energy development throughout the West

BOISE, Idaho — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is holding an open-house meeting in Boise on February 6, 5:00-7:00 p.m.

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BLM Coeur d’Alene Field Office seeks public input on recreation grant

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho—The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Coeur d’Alene Field Office seeks public input by Ja

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BLM analysis aims to optimize solar energy development throughout the West

WASHINGTON — The Department of the Interior today announced an updated roadmap for solar energy development across the West, designed to expand solar energy production in more Western states

Big Canyon travel map Kiosk, Deep Creek area.
BLM seeks public input on recreation grant applications for the Pocatello area

POCATELLO, Idaho

Abandoned building in the historic site of Silver City Idaho
BLM seeks input on fourth Owyhee County travel management plan to reduce user conflicts and protect natural resources

BOISE, Idaho—The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Boise District seeks input during a 30-day public comment period on the Silver City Travel Management Plan Environmental Assessment