Veterans for Mustangs Act

Hozzl · 2022-12-29T23:18:21Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7631 Veterans for Mustangs Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Public Lands and Natural Resources. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 11:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7631

Bill 117 hr 7631, also known as the Veterans for Mustangs Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to address the issue of wild mustang population management on federal lands. The bill specifically focuses on utilizing the skills and expertise of military veterans to assist in the management and preservation of wild mustang populations.

The bill proposes the establishment of a program that would allow military veterans to volunteer their time and services to assist in the monitoring, protection, and conservation of wild mustang herds on federal lands. This program would provide training and resources to veterans to help them effectively carry out these tasks.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the development of partnerships between federal agencies, non-profit organizations, and other stakeholders to support the efforts of the veteran volunteers. These partnerships would help ensure that the wild mustang populations are properly managed and protected in a sustainable manner. Overall, the Veterans for Mustangs Act seeks to address the dual goals of supporting military veterans in their transition to civilian life while also promoting the conservation and preservation of wild mustang populations on federal lands. The bill aims to harness the skills and dedication of veterans to help protect these iconic animals for future generations.

Congressional Summary of HR 7631

Veterans for Mustangs Act

This bill directs the Department of the Interior to prioritize use of nonsurgical, medically safe on-range fertility controls to manage populations of wild, free-roaming horses and burros. In implementing such fertility controls, the Bureau of Land Management shall prioritize the recruitment of military veterans to train and become certified in the application of fertility controls, including the certified PZP applicator certification offered by the Science and Conservation Center's Certification Program.

Interior shall provide appropriate compensation to military veterans participating in such a certification program.

The bill authorizes Interior to contract with military veterans who have completed the training program to carry out fertility control activities.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7631

Bill HR 7631 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 28, 2022. Bill HR 7631 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 28, 2022. Bill HR 7631's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of April 28, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7631

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Public Lands and Natural Resources

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7631

Veterans for Mustangs Act

To amend the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act to direct the Secretary of the Interior to implement fertility controls to manage populations of wild free-roaming horses and burros, and to encourage training opportunities for military veterans to assist in range management activities, and for other purposes.