Environmental Quality and Protection

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Home | Bureau of Land Management Interior Secretary Doug Burgum visits Sloan Canyon in Nevada, May 16, 2025 BLM's 2025 Trump administration accomplishments The Bureau of Land Management is putting America’s public lands to work for the American people. With a strong history of meeting the nation’s energy needs, the BLM plays a crucial role in ensuring a consistent domestic energy supply.

Learn more about BLM's energy and minerals program Construction vehicle operating in coal mine. The BLM manages coal leasing on the Federal mineral estate with development potential, which totals about 570 million acres, with the goal of providing a fair return for the American taxpayer. Learn more about BLM's coal program Loading up specialty stone from Arizona's Bitter Seep Community Pit.

Interior launches materials access program to benefit the American people The policy change makes it easier and more affordable for the public to obtain materials used in construction and community development. The Bureau of Land Management The Bureau of Land Management's mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Spotlight News & Announcements This is a curated collection of featured news items and stories, designed to provide an in-depth look into the daily work at the BLM. Department of the Interior opens 2.

1 million acres in Alaska’s Dalton Corridor Interior launches materials access program to expand access to public lands for the benefit of the American people BLM to hold landmark oil and gas lease sale in the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska Eight special recreation permits authorized; White Wash Sand Dunes filming permit approved Skoufos South oil wells approved; Mountain bike race permit authorized in Uintah Co.

BLM approves wild burro management plan for Lake Pleasant area More public input & actions Mar 7: Winter's Last Blast comes to Casper Mountain March 7 Mar 7: BLM and partners invite public to Freedom 250 Iditarod Ceremonial Start at Campbell Tract Mar 9 - 16: Adopt or purchase a wild horse or burro during BLM’s March 2026 Online Corral auction BLM February 2026 timber sales bring in over $8.

3 million BLM oil and gas lease sale in Wyoming generates nearly $14.

5 Million in revenue BLM to highlight wild horse Freedom and wild burro Liberty during road show for America’s 250th anniversary Let’s talk about Mustang Camp Collin Ewing discovers personal link to the BLM’s earliest roots Legacy on the land: BLM Firefighter James Will Bennett's homesteading heritage in New Mexico As steward for much of America’s public lands, the BLM manages some of the nation’s most historic and scenic landscapes, as well as vast natural resources, for the benefit of all Americans.

Million acres of public lands managed Recreation jobs supported with over 374k jobs overall Approximate percentage of Nation's minerals managed Economic output from BLM lands, in billions Three Rivers Petroglyph Site Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah San Pedro Riparian NCA, Arizona Check out the sections below for recreation activities across your public lands View more places to visit Explore some of our programs Programs supports a sustainable and responsible approach to energy and mining operations on public lands.

BLM's recreation resources and visitor services support strong local economies and public land conservation. BLM is considered a leader in wildland fire management efforts. BLM manages and protects wild horses and burros on 26.

9 million acres of public lands. Timber sales allow for the sustainable harvest of timber for commercial purposes on public land. Includes public land transactions, and authorizations in support of economic activities.

The BLM makes sure that its Resource Management Plans meet the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Law enforcement plays an integral role in ensuring public safety and fulfilling our multiple use mission. Experience the rich culture and history on your public lands!

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