BLM Seeks Input on Wilderness Area Management Policy
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The Bureau of Land Management is asking the public for comments on possible updates to its Manual 6340, which guides how designated wilderness areas on BLM-managed lands are protected and managed. The notice does not change the rules now. It opens a comment period for businesses, conservation groups, recreation users, researchers, local governments, and others who may be affected by future changes in wilderness management policy. Comments are due by August 14, 2026.
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Key Changes
- Opens a public comment period on possible updates to BLM Manual 6340
- Focuses on management of congressionally designated wilderness areas
- Sets August 14, 2026 as the deadline for comments
Obligations
What this law requires
Any person or entity submitting comments on potential updates to BLM Manual 6340 must submit them on or before August 14, 2026, for BLM to be obligated to consider them.
Comment submissions must include the words “Management of Designated Wilderness Areas” as an identifier in the message.