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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Montana-Dakotas, North Central DO
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Missouri Breaks Interpretive Center staff announce upcoming fall, winter hours

Bureau of Land Management staff at the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument will begin the seasonal shift to fall and winter operations, starting this month.
Oregon-Washington
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BLM closes public lands along John Day River due to Black Rock Fire

The Bureau of Land Management has issued an immediate temporary closure of specific public lands in Gilliam, Sherman, Wasco, and Wheeler Counties due to the active Black Rock Fire.
Oregon-Washington
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BLM closes portion of Grave Creek to Marial Backcountry Byway

Medford, Oregon – As a result of the Kelsey Peak Fire, the BLM Grants Pass Field Office has temporarily closed a portion of the Grave Creek to Marial Backcountry Byway near the Rogue River Ranch for public safety.
Colorado
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BLM planning annual prescribed burns

The Bureau of Land Management is preparing three prescribed burns northwest of Cañon City, Colo. Burns will take place between late September 2025 and April 2026 as weather and fuel moisture conditions permit.
Colorado, Upper Colorado River DO, Colorado River Valley FO
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BLM reduces size of land closure in Garfield and Eagle Counties for Derby Fire

Today, the Bureau of Land Management issued a public land closure order to reopen some public lands in Garfield and Eagle Counties that were closed because of the Derby Fire.
Southwest DO, Tres Rios FO
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Tres Rios Field Office to end all fire restrictions

Dolores, Colo. – All current fire restrictions in place have been rescinded effective September 5, 2025, for all public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Tres Rios Field Office.
Southwest DO, Gunnison FO
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Gunnison Field Office lowers fire restrictions to Stage 1

Gunnison, Colo. – Stage 2 fire restrictions have been lowered to Stage 1 fire restrictions, effective Friday, September 5 for all public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Gunnison Field Office.
Colorado, Southwest DO, Uncompahgre FO
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Uncompahgre Field Office lowers fire restrictions to Stage 1

Montrose, Colo. – Stage 2 fire restrictions have been lowered to Stage 1 fire restrictions, effective Friday, September 5, for all public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Uncompahgre Field Office.
Nevada, Winnemucca DO, Humboldt River FO
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BLM approves wild horse and burro management plan for Blue Wing Complex

The Bureau of Land Management today approved the plan for how wild horses and burros will be managed within the Blue Wing Complex in Pershing County.
Nevada, Battle Mountain DO, Mount Lewis FO
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BLM seeks input for proposed Silver Peak lithium mine expansion

If approved, Albemarle Corporation could expand operations across an additional 1,596 acres, including 1,053 acres of public lands.
Oregon-Washington
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Notice of comment period for Baker's Dozen Timber Management Project

The Coos Bay District has posted the draft Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for the Baker's Dozen Timber Management Project and is accepting comments via ePlanning until October 6, 2025.

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