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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.

2026-11190 — Notice of Filing of Plat of Survey; Iowa

The Bureau of Land Management is officially filing a new land survey for certain U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lands in Iowa on July 6, 2026. This affects land boundaries in Township 77 North, Range 23 West, and anyone who disagrees has 30 days to protest in writing. No money changes hands, but this survey helps manage and clarify land ownership and use.

2026-11193 — Notice of Filing of Plats of Survey; Maine

The Bureau of Land Management is officially filing new land surveys for areas in Maine held for the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians on July 6, 2026. If anyone disagrees with these surveys, they have 30 days from June 4 to send in a written protest. This update helps manage tribal lands better, with no direct costs to the public.

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.

Previous: 2025-17751 — Information Collection Request to Office of Management and Budget; OMB Control Number: 1625-0038

The U.S. Coast Guard wants to keep collecting important info about different types of vessels like tankers, passenger ships, and research boats—no changes, just an extension. This affects vessel owners and operators who need to keep their plans and records up to date. They’re asking for public feedback before sending the request to the Office of Management and Budget, so now’s the time to speak up!

Next: 2025-17753 — Information Collection Request to Office of Management and Budget; OMB Control Number: 1625-0001

The U.S. Coast Guard wants to keep collecting info about marine accidents and chemical tests for commercial boat workers, just like before. This affects boat operators and crew who report incidents and testing results. They’re asking for your thoughts before sending their request to keep this paperwork going, with no changes or extra costs.