What does Preamble of Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act do?

This bill concerns the maintenance of a horse herd in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The bill aims to ensure the continued presence of horses within the park.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act.

What does MAINTENANCE OF HORSES IN THEODORE ROOSEVELT NATIONAL PARK. of Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act do?

This section amends Section 5 of the Act of April 25, 1947, concerning Theodore Roosevelt National Park. It establishes a requirement for the Secretary of the Interior to maintain a genetically diverse herd of horses in the South Unit of the Park, with a minimum population of 150. The Secretary must develop a management plan for the horses within 120 days of enactment, ensuring cost-effective management and protection of natural resources. The Secretary is restricted from removing horses from the Park unless it's part of a plan to maintain genetic diversity, or in cases of emergency or to protect public health and safety. The Secretary is required to annually monitor, assess, and publicly release findings regarding the horse population, structure, and health.

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Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wild Horses Protection Act

Last updated: 6/15/2026 · Introduced: 4/9/2025

Author: John Hoeven (R-ND)

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The Secretary of the Interior is required to maintain a genetically diverse herd of at least 150 horses in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
A management plan for the horses must be developed within 120 days of enactment to ensure cost-effective management and protection of natural resources.
The Secretary is restricted from removing horses from the Park except in cases of maintaining genetic diversity, emergency, or protecting public health and safety.

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