Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act

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.

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