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Public Land Order (PLO)

An official directive from the Bureau of Land Management that typically withdraws specific federal lands from certain uses, such as mining, or reserves them for particular public purposes.

Mineral Lease

A legal agreement granting a company or individual the right to explore for and extract minerals from specific public lands for a set period, typically in exchange for rent and royalties.

Preference Right Lease

A type of mineral lease that can be obtained by a company or individual who has successfully explored an area under a prospecting permit and has demonstrated the discovery of a valuable mineral deposit.

Mine Plan of Operations

A detailed document submitted by a mining company to federal agencies outlining how they plan to explore, develop, and operate a mine on public lands, including environmental protections and reclamation strategies.

Withdrawal of Federal Lands

An action by a federal agency that restricts or prohibits the use of public lands for specific purposes, such as mineral leasing or timber harvesting, to protect natural resources or for other public interests.

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

A foundational environmental law requiring federal agencies to assess the environmental impacts of their proposed actions before making decisions, often involving environmental impact statements and public participation.