This is to request action on Appropriations in the form of a programmatic request to LOWER the budget request from the Dept of Interior, Bureau of Land Management. They have requested $150m approximately for the Wild Horse and Burro Program. The money is primarily used to remove equines from public lands. This removal increases dangers from wildfire. The programmatic request should also preclude the BLM action of increasing cattle grazing allotments because this action also increases danger from wildfire. This action changes the environmental dynamic where it is implemented. Equine species metabolic systems do NOT increase the growth of invasive grass species. The metabolic systems of cattle SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE the growth of invasive grass species. The invasive grasses are a fuel source for fire. Each equine removed costs taxpayers $30,000 over its lifetime because they are warehoused in public corrals. The observed practice of adding 10 cattle for each equine removed changes the environmental balance. Simply removing funding for the removal of wild equines nets the taxpayer over $100 million savings the first year and a billion $3-4Billion dollars saving over the lifetime cost of their program.

This is a formal request for action related to Appropriations regarding a programmatic request to REDUCE the budget allocation for the Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Land Management. The current budget request of approximately $150 million for the Wild Horse and Burro Program is concerning. These funds are mainly utilized for the removal of equines from public lands, leading to an increase in wildfire hazards. It is imperative that the programmatic request not only aims to lower this budget but also prohibits the BLM from expanding cattle grazing allotments, as this further exacerbates the wildfire risk. Such actions alter the environmental equilibrium in the affected areas. Unlike cattle, the metabolic systems of equine species do not contribute to the growth of invasive grass species. In contrast, cattle's metabolic systems significantly promote the spread of invasive grasses, which serve as fuel for wildfires. Moreover, the cost of maintaining each removed equine in public corrals amounts to $30,000 over its lifespan. The concerning practice of introducing 10 cattle for every equine removed disturbs the ecological balance. Eliminating funds for the removal of wild equines would result in over $100 million in savings for taxpayers in the first year alone, and projected savings of over $1 billion over the lifetime of the program. It is crucial that the Appropriations committee considers these factors and takes action to address these issues promptly. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

We are urgently seeking your attention to Appropriations concerning a programmatic request aimed at REDUCING the budget allocation from the Department of Interior, specifically the Bureau of Land Management. The current request of approximately $150 million for the Wild Horse and Burro Program necessitates an immediate review. The primary utilization of this funding is directed towards the removal of equines from public lands, a practice that notably escalates wildfire risks. It is imperative that our programmatic request includes provisions to prevent the BLM from escalating cattle grazing allotments, as this exacerbates the wildfire hazard within these environments. Contrary to popular belief, equine species do not contribute to the growth of invasive grass species through their metabolic systems. On the other hand, cattle significantly boost the proliferation of invasive grass species, which in turn serve as a potent fuel source for fires. The cost-benefit analysis reveals that each equine removed from public lands results in a staggering $30,000 expense to taxpayers throughout its lifetime due to their storage in public corrals. Furthermore, the distressing trend of introducing 10 cattle for each equine removed disastrously tips the environmental balance. By simply withdrawing funding for the removal of wild equines, taxpayers stand to gain over $100 million in savings within the initial year alone, culminating in a monumental $1 billion in savings over the lifetime expenses of the program. Your expeditious attention to this matter is greatly appreciated.

This is a formal request to take action on Appropriations by submitting a programmatic request to REDUCE the budget allocation from the Department of Interior, specifically the Bureau of Land Management. The Bureau has submitted a budget request of approximately $150 million for the Wild Horse and Burro Program, which primarily focuses on removing equines from public lands. This removal activity has been found to increase wildfire risks. It is imperative that the programmatic request also prohibits the BLM from increasing cattle grazing allotments, as this practice further escalates the wildfire peril in affected areas. It is important to note that equine species' metabolic systems do not contribute to the growth of invasive grass species on the same scale as cattle. The metabolic processes of cattle significantly promote the proliferation of invasive grasses, which serve as a fuel source for wildfires in these regions. Furthermore, each equine removed from public lands leads to a lifetime cost of $30,000 for taxpayers due to their housing in public corrals. The current practice of adding 10 cattle for every equine removed further disrupts the environmental equilibrium in these areas. By eliminating funding for the removal of wild equines, taxpayers stand to save over $100 million in the first year alone, and potentially save up to $1 billion over the lifetime of the program. This cost-effective measure will not only alleviate financial burdens but also help to maintain a more balanced and sustainable ecosystem.

This is a request for action to adjust the Appropriations by submitting a programmatic request to REDUCE the budget allocation from the Department of Interior, specifically the Bureau of Land Management. The request is to address the $150 million budget allocation for the Wild Horse and Burro Program, which primarily focuses on removing equines from public lands. This removal activity contributes to an increased wildfire risk. The programmatic request should also prevent the BLM from increasing cattle grazing allotments, as this action further heightens the wildfire risk and alters the environmental ecosystem in those areas. It is important to note that equine species do not contribute to the growth of invasive grass species through their metabolic systems. On the contrary, cattle significantly promote the growth of these invasive grasses, which serve as fuel sources for fires. The cost of housing each equine removed in public corrals amounts to about $30,000 over its lifetime. Moreover, the observed practice of introducing 10 cattle for every equine removed disrupts the environmental balance. By eliminating funds allocated for the removal of wild equines, taxpayers could save over $100 million in the first year alone, with a projected savings of one billion dollars over the lifetime cost of the program. It is crucial to consider these facts and reevaluate the budget allocation to ensure responsible and cost-effective management practices.