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Protecting Wild Horses in Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Also known as: Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act

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Key Points

  • This bill, introduced by Mr. Hoeven, would require the government to keep a permanent herd of wild horses in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. It sets a minimum population of 150 horses to ensure the herd stays healthy and genetically diverse.
  • The Department of the Interior would have 120 days to create a management plan. This plan must find a balance between taking care of the horses and making sure they do not harm the park's natural environment or other wildlife.
  • The policy strictly limits when horses can be removed from the park. They could only be moved to help the herd's genetics, during emergencies, or if there is a threat to public health and safety.
  • To keep the public informed, the government would have to check on the horses every year. They must release a public report showing how many horses there are and how healthy the herd is.

Milestones

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Dec 17, 2025Senate

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

Dec 9, 2025Senate

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.

Apr 9, 2025Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Apr 9, 2025

Introduced in Senate

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act

Bill NumberS 1377
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

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