Public Input & Actions

The Federal Register is the official daily publication for notices, proposed rules and final rules of Federal agencies. The BLM uses the Federal Register to announce and explain our plans to solve problems and accomplish goals, and to give the public an opportunity to comment on the actions we propose. We encourage citizens to make their voices heard on the issues that are important to them.
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    Wyoming

    BLM issues final analysis for the Dry Creek Trona Mine

    The Bureau of Land Management issued the final environmental impact statement analyzing the proposed Dry Creek Trona Mine Project south of Green River in Sweetwater County, Wyoming.
    New Mexico, Pecos DO, Roswell FO

    Public Land Order No. 7962; Extension of Public Land Order No. 7625 Gallinas Peak and West Turkey Cone Electronic Site Withdrawal; New Mexico

    This order extends the duration of the withdrawal created by Public Land Order (PLO) No. 7625 for an additional 20-year period.
    Nevada

    BLM seeks input for proposed Spring Valley Gold Mine

    The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Spring Valley Gold Mine project.
    Wyoming, High Plains DO, Newcastle FO

    BLM extends comment period for Newcastle, Nebraska land use plan revision

    The Bureau of Land Management is extending the public comment period for the Draft Newcastle and Nebraska Resource Management Plans (RMP) and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
    National Office

    BLM updates penalties for oil, gas, and coal trespass

    BLM completed its annual update of a final rule establishing monetary penalties for oil and gas or coal trespass.
    National Office

    BLM strengthens management of greater sage-grouse habitat

    The Bureau of Land Management has signed records of decision to enhance greater sage-grouse conservation on public lands in Colorado and Oregon.
    Idaho

    BLM Idaho’s Salmon Field Office adds new rental cabin enhancing Continental Divide Trail experience

    The Bureau of Land Management announces the completion of a new rental cabin along the Continental Divide Trail
    Nevada

    BLM approves Rough Hat Clark Solar Project

    The Bureau of Land Management announced approval of the Rough Hat Clark Solar Project.
    Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO

    Record of Decision: Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment for the Lakeview Resource Management Plan, Lakeview District, OR

    The BLM-re-initiated the Lakeview RMP Amendment process in September of 2018 and tribal consultation is on-going. The proposed Lakeview RMP Amendment and Final EIS are now available for 30-day protest period.
    Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO, Medford DO

    Record of Decision: Approved Resource Management Plan for the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument in Oregon/Washington and California

    The BLM evaluated the changed circumstances the non-discretionary designations presented and concluded that the CSNM RMP needs to be revised to encompass all lands in the Monument under one plan.
    Utah

    Response to Appeal of Consistency Review Determination for the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monumnet RMP

    The BLM is publishing this notice to explain why the Department of the Interior denied the Governor of Utah's recommendations regarding the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument