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Bill95th CongressFiled Apr 7, 1977Horses
S. 1278

A bill to facilitate the coordination of programs for the protection management, and control of wild free-roaming horses and burros, and other resources.

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Apr 7, 1977)

Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior or the Secretary of Agriculture to order wild free-roaming horses and burros to be captured and removed under specified circumstances, and to sell or donate excess animals upon written assurance that such animals will receive humane treatment. Directs the Secretary to establish a procedure to give priority to persons seeking excess animals for domestic use.

What just happenedApr 7, 1977

Referred to Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Packwood, Bob [R-OR](R-OR)Sponsor
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    Referred to Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

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