The BLM will continue to process wind energy development applications in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Interim Wind Energy Development Policy until issuance of the Record of Decision for the Final Programmatic EIS. Upon final approval of the BLM’s proposed Wind Energy Development Program, the Interim Wind Energy Development Policy would be replaced by a new policy that incorporates the programmatic policies and BMPs evaluated in the Programmatic EIS. Elements of the interim policy addressing applications, authorizations, competitive interests, and due diligence will not be changed by the proposed program requirements.