The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has released the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Bridge Creek Area Allotment Management Plans in southeastern Oregon. This document considers whether to issue 10-year grazing permits and approve management plans for four allotments. The proposed plans discuss adjusting grazing boundaries, animal unit months, and addressing issues like wildfire risk and unauthorized grazing. The BLM is exploring five alternatives, ranging from issuing permits similar to those previously issued to no action being taken. Public comments will be considered, with a 45-day submission window after the EIS is published by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Simple Explanation
The government is thinking about letting animals graze on a piece of land in Oregon and wants to make sure it's safe for the environment. They're looking at different plans and want people to tell them what they think before they decide.