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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) took a significant step today in its multi-year effort to improve the efficiency and transparency of the permitting process for oil and gas drilling.
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Using GPS-technology will allow agency to cut time and cost in half, and increase quality of land surveys
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) today announced the release of the new BLM 1780 Tribal Relations Manual and Handbook.
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The BLM released the final decision approving a plan that will guide responsible mineral development in and around Moab while also protecting important natural resources, iconic scenery, and recreational opportunities.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) today finalized its policy for how to lessen and offset adverse environmental effects caused by various uses of the public lands.