Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to protect and maintain a herd of wild horses within Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota. Specifically, it directs the Department of the Interior to ensure a genetically diverse herd of at least 150 horses remains in the South Unit of the park. The bill also requires the Secretary of the Interior to develop and implement a management plan for the horses, prohibiting removals unless for specific circumstances like maintaining genetic diversity, emergencies, or public safety concerns. Annual monitoring and public reporting on the herd’s population and health are also mandated.
Key provisions
- Requires a minimum herd size of 150 genetically diverse horses in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
- Mandates the development of a management plan by the Secretary of the Interior.
- Prohibits the removal of horses from the park except in emergencies or to maintain genetic diversity.
- Requires annual monitoring and public reporting on the herd’s population, structure, and health.
Who is affected
- Department of the Interior
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park visitors
- Wild horse population in North Dakota
- Local communities near the park
- Horse advocates
Notable changes
- Establishes specific requirements for maintaining a genetically diverse herd.
- Creates a formal management plan for the horses within the park.
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