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The Bureau of Land Management has proposed to reinstate an oil and gas lease in Lea County, New Mexico, originally held by EOG Y Resources Inc. This action follows the lessee's request for reinstatement and payment of owed rentals since the lease termination. The lease will be reinstated under original conditions, with some changes such as increased rental and royalty rates, and the lessee has agreed to these updated terms along with paying necessary administrative and publication fees.

The Bureau of Land Management, part of the Interior Department, has issued a public land order that partially revokes two withdrawals from 1928, which were initially set aside for the Avalon Reservoir Carlsbad Project in New Mexico. These lands, covering 335.25 acres, are no longer needed for their original purpose. As a result, the lands will be open for new uses under public land laws, while still respecting existing rights. This order will take effect on January 7, 2025, allowing the lands to potentially be sold or transferred out of federal control.

The United States Forest Service (USFS), on behalf of the Department of Agriculture, has asked the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to extend a current protection order for an area in the Tonto National Forest, Arizona, for another 20 years. This order, known as Public Land Order No. 7664, covers 990 acres and prevents mining activities to safeguard the Diamond Rim Quartz Crystal Interpretative Area from potential mining damage. The public is invited to submit comments or request a meeting regarding this proposal by April 3, 2025. The application will be handled following specific regulations, and although personal information can be requested to be kept private, there are no guarantees it will be withheld from public view.

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 Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has released a Record of Decision (ROD) for managing Greater Sage-Grouse habitats in Utah. Over a decade, the BLM has conducted planning and environmental impact analyses that they believe adequately address the conservation needs of the Sage-Grouse without requiring new land-use plans. The ROD, which confirms decisions made in 2019, is not open to appeals or protests. Interested parties can review the decision online or at the Utah BLM office.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), part of the Interior Department, has issued a notice about renewing their information collection activities under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This renewal pertains to managing and protecting wild horses and burros, which involves collecting data from individuals interested in adopting or purchasing these animals. They have invited public comments on their proposed information collection requirements by March 29, 2021. The data collected helps the BLM ensure qualified individuals manage wild horse adoptions and transactions effectively.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has released a Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Ranegras Plains Energy Center project in La Paz County, Arizona. This project involves constructing a large-scale solar energy facility on public lands and requires a right-of-way grant for its development. The BLM outlines several project alternatives, including a preferred option that minimizes soil impacts. They are seeking public comments on the Draft EIS within 45 days of its announcement, and they plan to host a virtual public meeting to discuss the project further.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced a decision to transfer the surface rights of specific lands to Cook Inlet Region, Inc., an Alaska Native regional corporation, under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. The United States will keep ownership of the subsurface rights. The lands are located within the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska. People or parties who believe they have a property interest in these lands have the opportunity to appeal the decision by a specific deadline.

The Bureau of Land Management is temporarily setting aside 6,239 acres of public land in Clark County, Nevada, for the Bonanza Solar Project. This segregation prevents the land from being used for mining and other public land laws for two years, but still allows for valid existing rights and potential renewable energy development. The separation is meant to ensure smooth management and decision-making for the use of these public lands. After two years, the lands may be reopened for public use unless the segregation is extended or the project is approved or denied.

The United States Forest Service has requested that the Secretary of the Interior withdraw over 264,000 acres of Federal land in the Ruby Mountains from leasing for minerals and geothermal energy for 20 years to protect the area's natural and cultural resources. This withdrawal request includes additional non-Federal lands that might be acquired by the U.S. in the future. During a two-year temporary segregation period from December 31, 2024, these lands will not be available for leasing, but public input is invited through a 90-day comment period, including a virtual meeting on February 14, 2025. The process for this application will follow existing regulations.