The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on four oil and gas parcels in Nye County totaling approximately 4,060 acres that could be offered for lease in June 2027.
The 30-day public scoping period ends Dec. 2, 2026. The BLM’s Battle Mountain District administers the parcels.
The public comment period is an early step in the federal oil and gas leasing process. Leasing does not automatically authorize drilling. Before development can begin, an operator must submit an application for a permit to drill detailing proposed operations.
The BLM reviews drilling permit applications, makes them available for public review, conducts environmental analysis, and coordinates with state agencies and stakeholders.
According to the agency, parcels included in federal oil and gas lease sales carry stipulations intended to protect important natural resources.
Maps of the proposed parcels, additional information, and instructions for submitting comments are available at https://eplanning.blm.gov/Project-Home/?id=12255b65-edd6-f111-a05c-001dd8084607.
Federal oil and gas lease sales are conducted online through Efficient Markets.
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