Urge Nevada BLM to stop the roundup of wild horses
Urge Nevada BLM to stop the roundup of wild horses
Recent signers:
Kristina Sedic and 19 others have signed recently.
The Issue
Wild horses embody the spirit of freedom and the untamed landscapes of America. They are symbols of our nation's history and heritage, roaming the vast public lands that belong to all Americans. However, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is conducting aggressive and inhumane roundups of these majestic creatures. These actions not only threaten their existence but also disrupt the environmental balance of the grasslands they inhabit.
Roundups involve using helicopters to chase groups of terrified wild horses for miles until exhaustion, often leading to serious injuries or even death. Once captured, these horses face uncertain futures, with many being held in overcrowded holding facilities where they suffer from lack of space, inadequate food, and poor veterinary care. The stress and trauma inflicted on these animals are undeniable and unnecessary.
According to the American Wild Horse Campaign, since the 1970s, the BLM has removed more than 270,000 wild horses and burros from public lands, drastically reducing their population. Scientific research suggests that there are more humane and cost-effective alternatives to managing wild horse populations, such as fertility control programs that maintain herd sizes naturally without resorting to cruel roundups.
The BLM is supposed to protect wild horses under the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act of 1971, but these roundups starkly contradict the Act’s original intent. Congress allocated $21 million for fertility control in the 2022 budget, indicating a preference for more humane management methods. Yet, devastating roundups persist with little consideration for these viable solutions.
We urge the BLM to uphold its responsibility to protect and preserve wild horses in their natural habitats. By investing in non-intrusive management strategies, such as fertility control and habitat improvement, BLM can ensure that these vital icons of the American West thrive for generations to come.
Join us in demanding that the BLM stops its cruel and unnecessary roundups. Let’s work towards a future where wild horses roam free and wild. Sign this petition to protect America’s wild horses.
Roundups involve using helicopters to chase groups of terrified wild horses for miles until exhaustion, often leading to serious injuries or even death. Once captured, these horses face uncertain futures, with many being held in overcrowded holding facilities where they suffer from lack of space, inadequate food, and poor veterinary care. The stress and trauma inflicted on these animals are undeniable and unnecessary.
According to the American Wild Horse Campaign, since the 1970s, the BLM has removed more than 270,000 wild horses and burros from public lands, drastically reducing their population. Scientific research suggests that there are more humane and cost-effective alternatives to managing wild horse populations, such as fertility control programs that maintain herd sizes naturally without resorting to cruel roundups.
The BLM is supposed to protect wild horses under the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act of 1971, but these roundups starkly contradict the Act’s original intent. Congress allocated $21 million for fertility control in the 2022 budget, indicating a preference for more humane management methods. Yet, devastating roundups persist with little consideration for these viable solutions.
We urge the BLM to uphold its responsibility to protect and preserve wild horses in their natural habitats. By investing in non-intrusive management strategies, such as fertility control and habitat improvement, BLM can ensure that these vital icons of the American West thrive for generations to come.
Join us in demanding that the BLM stops its cruel and unnecessary roundups. Let’s work towards a future where wild horses roam free and wild. Sign this petition to protect America’s wild horses.
nancy martinPetition Starter
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Recent signers:
Kristina Sedic and 19 others have signed recently.
The Issue
Wild horses embody the spirit of freedom and the untamed landscapes of America. They are symbols of our nation's history and heritage, roaming the vast public lands that belong to all Americans. However, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is conducting aggressive and inhumane roundups of these majestic creatures. These actions not only threaten their existence but also disrupt the environmental balance of the grasslands they inhabit.
Roundups involve using helicopters to chase groups of terrified wild horses for miles until exhaustion, often leading to serious injuries or even death. Once captured, these horses face uncertain futures, with many being held in overcrowded holding facilities where they suffer from lack of space, inadequate food, and poor veterinary care. The stress and trauma inflicted on these animals are undeniable and unnecessary.
According to the American Wild Horse Campaign, since the 1970s, the BLM has removed more than 270,000 wild horses and burros from public lands, drastically reducing their population. Scientific research suggests that there are more humane and cost-effective alternatives to managing wild horse populations, such as fertility control programs that maintain herd sizes naturally without resorting to cruel roundups.
The BLM is supposed to protect wild horses under the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act of 1971, but these roundups starkly contradict the Act’s original intent. Congress allocated $21 million for fertility control in the 2022 budget, indicating a preference for more humane management methods. Yet, devastating roundups persist with little consideration for these viable solutions.
We urge the BLM to uphold its responsibility to protect and preserve wild horses in their natural habitats. By investing in non-intrusive management strategies, such as fertility control and habitat improvement, BLM can ensure that these vital icons of the American West thrive for generations to come.
Join us in demanding that the BLM stops its cruel and unnecessary roundups. Let’s work towards a future where wild horses roam free and wild. Sign this petition to protect America’s wild horses.
Roundups involve using helicopters to chase groups of terrified wild horses for miles until exhaustion, often leading to serious injuries or even death. Once captured, these horses face uncertain futures, with many being held in overcrowded holding facilities where they suffer from lack of space, inadequate food, and poor veterinary care. The stress and trauma inflicted on these animals are undeniable and unnecessary.
According to the American Wild Horse Campaign, since the 1970s, the BLM has removed more than 270,000 wild horses and burros from public lands, drastically reducing their population. Scientific research suggests that there are more humane and cost-effective alternatives to managing wild horse populations, such as fertility control programs that maintain herd sizes naturally without resorting to cruel roundups.
The BLM is supposed to protect wild horses under the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act of 1971, but these roundups starkly contradict the Act’s original intent. Congress allocated $21 million for fertility control in the 2022 budget, indicating a preference for more humane management methods. Yet, devastating roundups persist with little consideration for these viable solutions.
We urge the BLM to uphold its responsibility to protect and preserve wild horses in their natural habitats. By investing in non-intrusive management strategies, such as fertility control and habitat improvement, BLM can ensure that these vital icons of the American West thrive for generations to come.
Join us in demanding that the BLM stops its cruel and unnecessary roundups. Let’s work towards a future where wild horses roam free and wild. Sign this petition to protect America’s wild horses.
nancy martinPetition Starter
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Nevada State Assembly - District 39
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Petition created on March 28, 2026