Bill
HB 25-1283
Overview: HB 25-1283, Wild Horse Project Management & Immunocontraception, has been signed into law by the Governor. The bill was introduced on February 24, 2025.Purpose and Intent
Overview: HB 25-1283, Wild Horse Project Management & Immunocontraception, has been signed into law by the Governor. The bill was introduced on February 24, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to establish a comprehensive management plan for wild horse populations in the state, with a focus on the use of immunocontraception as a humane population control method.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the state wildlife agency to develop and implement a wild horse management plan
- Authorizes the use of immunocontraceptive vaccines to control wild horse population growth
- Provides funding for the research, development, and administration of immunocontraceptive programs
- Establishes guidelines for the humane capture, treatment, and relocation of wild horses, if necessary
- Mandates regular population surveys and monitoring to inform management decisions
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill directly impacts the state's wild horse populations and the agencies responsible for their management. It aims to balance the preservation of wild horses with the need to maintain sustainable population levels and prevent environmental damage.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been signed into law by the Governor. The state wildlife agency will now be responsible for developing and implementing the wild horse management plan, including the use of immunocontraception, within a specified timeframe.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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