S. 1377: Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act

This bill, titled the Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act, aims to ensure the maintenance of a herd of wild horses within Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Below are the main components of the bill:

Maintenance of Wild Horses

The Secretary of the Interior is required to:

• Maintain a genetically diverse herd of at least 150 wild horses in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

Management Plan

Within 120 days of the bill's enactment, the Secretary must develop a management plan that will:

• Provide for the cost-effective management of the horses.
• Ensure that the natural resources of the Park are not negatively affected by the herd's management.

Restrictions on Removal of Horses

The bill places restrictions on the removal of horses from federal land within the Park, stating that:

• Removal is not allowed unless it is part of a management plan aimed at maintaining genetic diversity.
• Exceptions to this rule include cases of emergencies or actions necessary to protect public health and safety.

Monitoring and Reporting

The Secretary is mandated to:

• Annually monitor and assess the population, structure, and health of the horse herd.
• Make findings available to the public regarding the above assessments.

Objective

The primary goal of this bill is to protect the genetic diversity of the horse population while ensuring their health and the preservation of the Park's natural resources.

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