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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced the release of the Record of Decision for the Approved Resource Management Plan for the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument in New Mexico. This plan, which replaces the previous 1993 management guidance, aims to protect and conserve the land's natural and cultural resources. It was finalized after considering public input and aligns with various legal and environmental standards. The new plan also adopts updates on the social cost of greenhouse gases and includes guidelines for a future travel management plan.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has released a new Resource Management Plan (RMP) for the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in Utah. This plan was signed on January 6, 2025, and replaces previous plans from 2020. The RMP aims to manage the monument's resources while protecting them according to Presidential Proclamations. Public feedback was considered during the planning process, with adjustments made to address some local concerns, ensuring a balance between national and state interests.

The General Services Administration (GSA) has issued a Record of Decision (ROD) for modernizing and expanding the Lynden and Sumas land ports of entry in Washington. The projects aim to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection by increasing the ports' functionality, capacity, and safety. For the Lynden site, the GSA prefers the North-South Oriented Expansion, while for the Sumas site, the Multi-Story Construction Expansion is favored. Both alternatives require acquiring additional land and involve site preparation and construction.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced a delay in issuing the Record of Decision for the proposed Texas GulfLink Deepwater Port, located off the coast of Brazoria County, Texas. This is because the agency is still processing and reviewing over 44,000 public comments received on the Final Environmental Impact Statement and final public hearing. The delay ensures that all the submitted information and viewpoints are thoroughly evaluated before making a final decision. MARAD's actions are in compliance with the requirements set by the Deepwater Port Act of 1974.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced the availability of the Record of Decision (ROD) for the Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Coastal Plain Oil and Gas Leasing Program. This decision, signed by the Acting Deputy Secretary of the Department of the Interior, finalizes the plan to implement an oil and gas leasing program in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The decision follows the requirements set by a U.S. law to manage these leasing activities. Additional details, including the specific lands available for leasing and the rules for leasing operations, have been determined in the ROD.

The Department of the Air Force has decided to replace older fighter jets at three bases with new models as part of an environmental review. The decision includes replacing 18 F-15C jets with up to 21 F-35A jets at the 104th Fighter Wing in Massachusetts, and replacing 18 F-15C/D jets with up to 21 F-15EX jets at the 144th Fighter Wing in California and the 159th Fighter Wing in Louisiana. This plan follows an Environmental Impact Statement and takes into account public and agency feedback. The details were made public in the Federal Register in November 2024.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced the availability of the Record of Decision (ROD) for the Approved Resource Management Plan (RMP) for the Rio Puerco Field Office in New Mexico. Signed on December 23, 2024, this plan replaces the previous version from 1986/1992 and aims to balance resource use and conservation in the area. The RMP addresses various aspects like land use, recreation, renewable energy, and collaboration with Tribal Nations. It went through a 30-day protest period and a 60-day Governor's consistency review, resolving all protests and identifying no inconsistencies with state plans.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced the availability of a Record of Decision for the Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment for the Rock Springs Field Office in Wyoming. Signed on December 20, 2024, this decision makes the new management plan effective immediately and covers land in several counties. The plan updates how these lands are managed, balancing uses like energy development and resource protection. The proposal was subject to public commentary and protests, which resulted in no changes to the final approved plan.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued a Subsequent Renewed Facility Operating License for Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant, Unit 1, operated by Northern States Power Company in Minnesota. This decision, supported by the NRC's record of decision (ROD) and a final environmental impact statement, allows the plant to continue operating at specific power levels while meeting safety and environmental requirements. The detailed review included input from various governmental levels and public comments, ensuring compliance with regulations set forth in the Atomic Energy Act and NRC guidelines. Relevant documents and reports are available to the public through specific online resources and the NRC's document management systems.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has made a decision to move forward with a plan that involves obtaining High-Assay Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU) from commercial sources to help support advanced nuclear reactors. This decision follows the completion of an Environmental Impact Statement, and DOE has chosen the Proposed Action as the preferred option. The goal is to produce HALEU fuel domestically to support these reactors, following instructions from the Energy Act of 2020. While implementing the plan, DOE acknowledges potential environmental impacts and will ensure these are evaluated by the relevant regulatory authority.