How does the leasing process work?
The leasing process, triggered by the lease applications, is described in the BLM regulations on competitive leasing at 43 CFR 3425 http://www.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_98/43cfr3420_98.html The steps involved are summarized in the graphic on this website and include issuing public notices, soliciting information from the public and coal companies, preparing a land use plan and EIS, providing opportunities for public participation and agency coordination, public review and protest, hearings, a governor’s review, and an open competitive leasing process.
