Federal Bureau of Land Management

The Federal Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is a division of the U.S. Department of the Interior responsible for managing and protecting public lands, which include forests, deserts, rangelands, and mineral resources across 11 western states and Alaska. Its duties include overseeing natural resources, sustaining ecosystems, managing grazing and recreation, and overseeing energy and mineral development. The BLM ensures these lands are used responsibly for current and future generations, balancing conservation with economic activities such as ranching, mining, and tourism.