CARE & MANAGEMENT OF HORSES

HB 300 appropriates $300,000 from the state general fund to the northwest New Mexico council of governments for managing horses on tribal land in Cibola County. The funds will cover creating herd management plans, using fertility control on mares, humanely relocating up to 60 free-roaming horses, and providing veterinary clinics for domestic horses (including gelding and vaccinations). The money is allocated for fiscal years 2027 through 2029, with any unspent balance reverting to the general fund by the end of 2029. This bill directly affects tribal land horse populations and domestic horse owners in Cibola County by funding specific care and management activities.