Interior Newswire Report News
BLM Seeks Comments on Proposed Supplementary Rule for Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on a proposed supplementary rule for Canyons of the Ancients National Monument.
BLM awards multi-year contracts to address orphaned wells with Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management has awarded multiple contracts, supported through funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to plug and remediate orphaned oil and gas wells on America’s public lands.
The BLM announces final work from the 2022 Canyon Country District Artist in Residence, begins accepting applications for fall 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Bureau of Land Management is pleased to share the work produced by the first Canyon Country District Artist in Residence, H. Walck, and announces the availability of applications for a residency in the fall of 2023.
BLM opens public scoping for the Reno to Las Vegas Fiber Optic Project
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), will conduct public scoping on the proponent proposed construction and operation of the Reno to Las Vegas Fiber Optic Project, an approximately 450-mile-long underground fiber optic line.
Bureau of Land Management seeks public comment for oil and gas lease sale
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Consistent with the direction in the Inflation Reduction Act, the Bureau of Land Management Nevada State Office released an environmental assessment analyzing four parcels (4,720 acres) for the proposed July 2023, Competitive Oil and Gas Lease Sale
BLM Northern California Resource Advisory Council to meet in Redding
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management’s Northern California District Resource Advisory Council will hold a field tour and meeting on Wednesday and Thursday, April 26 and 27, in Redding.
BLM seeks public input on treatments for threatened plant in southwest Idaho
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public comment on a proposal to conduct habitat improvement treatments for slickspot peppergrass (Lepidium papilliferum), a threatened plant species found only in southwestern Idaho
BLM plans to conduct prescribed fire in Socorro County on Chupadera Mesa
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Socorro Field Office, in cooperation with the New Mexico State Land Office, plans to conduct a prescribed fire on Chupadera Mesa east of Socorro, N.M., between now and April 30, 2023.
BLM temporarily closes El Malpais National Conservation Area Ranger Station in April
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
To provide time for staff to attend training that will enhance visitor service skills, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is scheduled to temporarily close the El Malpais National Conservation Area Ranger Station
BLM prepares for visitor surge to Little Sahara Recreation Area during Easter Weekend
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
With approximately 20,000 visitors expected at Little Sahara Recreation Area during Easter Weekend, the Bureau of Land Management will welcome the public through enhanced safety measures and a new visitor center.
BLM announces 2023 Fall Artist in Residence program at Alabama Hills
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management is currently accepting applications for the Fall Artist in Residence program at the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area near Lone Pine, California.
Bureau of Land Management Montana-Dakotas seeks feedback on proposed September oil and gas lease sale
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
In accordance with congressional direction in the Inflation Reduction Act, the Bureau of Land Management Montana-Dakotas State Office today opened a 30-day public scoping period to receive public input on 68 oil and gas parcels totaling approximately 25,759 acres that may be included in a scheduled September 2023 lease sale.
Bureau of Land Management Wyoming issues notice for oil and gas lease sale
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Bureau of Land Management Wyoming State Office issued an environmental assessment and the competitive sale notice for the 2nd Quarter competitive oil and gas lease sale.
The BLM welcomes input on fee increases within Sand Flats Recreation Area
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Grand County, Utah, cooperatively manage the Sand Flats Recreation Area and are seeking input on a proposal to implement changes to recreation fees.
BLM controlled burns reduce wildland fire risk near Lake Isabella
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management Bakersfield Field Office fire crews plan to improve the fire resiliency along Erskine Creek Road.
BLM Resource Advisory Council application period opens
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Interested in volunteering your time to advise the Bureau of Land Management on public land management issues?
Interior Department Releases Proposed Plan to Guide the Balanced Management of Public Lands
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Public Lands Rule lays groundwork for conserving wildlife habitat, restoring places impacted by wildfire and drought, expanding outdoor recreation, and thoughtful development
BLM-Las Cruces District offers Outdoor Opportunities for upcoming Holiday Weekend
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Planning to get outdoors to enjoy a holiday filled with hiking, mountain biking, camping, and picnicking?
BLM to hold virtual public information forum on Eagle Eye solar proposal
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
As part of the Bureau of Land Management’s efforts to build a clean energy future and achieve the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of a carbon pollution-free power sector by 2035, the Colorado River District will host a virtual forum on April 12, 2023, to share information and receive public input on the proposed Eagle Eye Solar Project.
BLM plans prescribed burns in Yavapai and Maricopa counties
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management’s Phoenix District is planning prescribed burning operations to burn cut and piled brush from public lands in Yavapai and Maricopa counties.