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2026-12738 — Royalty for Oil and Gas Lost From Onshore Federal and Indian Leases

The Bureau of Land Management is updating rules about royalties on oil and gas lost from onshore Federal and Indian leases. These changes make it easier for operators to follow the rules and speed up how royalties are figured out. If you’re involved, get your comments in by August 24, 2026, because this could affect how much money is paid or saved.

2026-12734 — Oil and Gas Leasing

The Bureau of Land Management is updating its oil and gas leasing rules to make sure public lands are well cared for while supporting American energy. These changes affect companies leasing land for oil and gas, adjusting bond amounts and royalty rules, and aim to simplify the leasing process. You’ve got until August 24, 2026, to share your thoughts before the new rules take shape!

2026-09386 — Rescission of Conservation and Landscape Health Rule

The Bureau of Land Management is canceling the 2024 Conservation and Landscape Health Rule to make land use simpler and more balanced. This change helps local leaders make decisions, boosts access to public lands, and cuts red tape that slowed down projects. The new rule takes effect on June 11, 2026, affecting anyone who uses or manages federal lands, with no new costs expected.

2026-09387 — Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Exclusive of Alaska

The Bureau of Land Management is updating rules for grazing on public lands (except Alaska) to better protect land health and improve how appeals are handled. Ranchers and land users will see clearer guidelines and have until July 13, 2026, to share their thoughts. These changes aim to keep lands healthy while making the process fairer and more efficient, with some deadlines for feedback coming up soon.

2026-11950 — Draft Policy and Guidance for Managing Recreational Climbing in BLM-Managed Units of the National Wilderness Preservation System

The Bureau of Land Management is updating how it manages recreational climbing in wilderness areas it oversees, following new laws to protect climbing spots. This affects climbers and land managers by setting clearer rules to keep nature safe and fun. You can share your thoughts on these changes until August 14, 2026, before the final rules are set.

2026-11149 — Termination of the Resource Management Plan Amendment for the Miles City Field Office, Montana, and an Associated Environmental Assessment

The Bureau of Land Management is stopping the update process for the Miles City Resource Management Plan in Montana. This means the 2024 plan changes, including coal decisions, are canceled, and the older 2015 plan (with some 2021 updates) stays in charge. This change saves agency resources and takes effect immediately, affecting local land use and planning.

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The FCC wants to make filling out forms easier, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. They're asking everyone, including other government agencies, to share ideas on how to cut down paperwork. This is part of a plan to save time and hassle, so keep an eye out for when you can give your feedback!

Next: 2025-16097 — Notice of Lodging of Proposed Consent Decree

Tyson L. Friskney got caught polluting U.S. waters without a permit, and now he must fix it by buying stream mitigation credits. The government is asking for public comments for 30 days starting August 22, 2025. This deal helps protect water and holds polluters accountable without a big court fight.