BLM Borrows 65 Eco-Exemptions to Fast-Track Land Projects
Published Date: 9/2/2025
Notice
Summary
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is adopting 65 special shortcuts called categorical exclusions from other federal agencies to speed up projects like forest care, wildlife protection, and emergency work. This means less paperwork and faster action for activities that don’t harm the environment. These changes help BLM work smarter and save time and money while keeping nature safe.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
65 CXs to Speed BLM Projects
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) adopted 65 categorical exclusions (CXs) from other federal agencies so projects involving forest management, wildlife management, fire management, wild horse and burro management, recreation, minerals, realty, resource protection, and emergency management can proceed with less NEPA paperwork and move faster, saving time and money.
Agency Consultation and Safeguards Kept
When BLM uses these adopted CXs, it will identify which actions the CXs cover, specify the considerations for when a CX applies, and consult with other agencies — including applying 'extraordinary circumstances' — to avoid relying on a CX when an action could harm the environment.
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