The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced the availability of the Record of Decision (ROD) and Approved Resource Management Plan (RMP) for North Dakota, which goes into effect immediately as of January 8, 2025. This plan guides the management of public lands in North Dakota over the next 15 to 20 years, including about 58,500 acres of surface land and 4.1 million acres of mineral estate. It updates previous management decisions involving land use and resources like mineral leasing. After considering public feedback and consulting with various stakeholders and government entities, the BLM decided to implement Alternative D as the final plan.
Simple Explanation
The Bureau of Land Management has a new plan for looking after the land in North Dakota, which started on January 8, 2025. This plan helps decide how to use the land and its resources, like minerals and other important things underground, for the next 15 to 20 years.