Code of Federal Regulations Title 43. Public Lands:  Interior § 43.4750.3–3 Supporting information and certification for private maintenance of more than 4 wild horses or burros

(a) An individual applying to adopt more than 4 wild horses or burros within a 12–month period, or an individual or group of individuals requesting to maintain more than 4 wild horses or burros at a single location shall provide a written report prepared by the authorized officer, or by a local humane official, veterinarian, cooperative extension agent, or similarly qualified person approved by the authorized officer, verifying that the applicant's facilities have been inspected, appear adequate to care for the number of animals requested, and satisfy the requirements contained in § 4750.3–2(a).

(b) The Bureau of Land Management will not allow the use of a power of attorney or any other instrument or writing authorizing one person to act as an agent for another in the adoption of wild horses and burros.