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The United States Congress plays a crucial role in shaping policies that affect the management and protection of wild horses and burros. Through annual appropriations bills, Congress allocates funding to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for its Wild Horse and Burro Program, which oversees the management of these iconic animals on public lands. Advocacy from Congress members, such as support for humane population management and opposition to inhumane practices like mass roundups and surgical sterilization, is vital for the welfare of wild horses. The American Wild Horse Campaign (AWHC) actively engages with Congress to promote legislation that protects these animals, reflecting the will of the majority of Americans who favor humane treatment and conservation efforts.