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May KENA Meeting to Focus on Horse Industry Tax Issues

Edited Press Release May 6, 2018

The event will take place May 15 at The Red Mile Clubhouse, in Lexington, Kentucky.

NTRA: Tax Bill Could Benefit Thoroughbred Breeders, Owners

Edited Press Release December 21, 2017

The tax package includes changes to depreciation and expensing of yearlings, breeding stock, farm equipment, and more.

Equine Farm Workers: Employees or Independent Contractors?

Rachel Kosmal McCart August 22, 2017

Learn the difference between an employee and independent contractor and what that could mean for your equine operation.

Mixed Economic Outlook for Equine Industry in 2017

Pat Raia May 14, 2017

Some researchers and equestrians predict a rebound is coming, but not all horse industry members share the enthusiasm.

Barr Introduces Equine Tax Bills

American Horse Council March 31, 2017

Congressman Andy Barr introduced three pieces of legislation aimed at benefiting the breeding and racing industries.

National Conference on Equine Law to be Held May 3-4

University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment February 26, 2017

The conference will cover legal issues affecting breeding, buying, selling, and other horse industry businesses.

Eighth Racehorse Welfare and Safety Summit Scheduled

Three-Year Depreciation of Racehorses Not Extended to 2017

American Horse Council December 13, 2016

Congress adjourned without taking action on a tax extender bill, allowing three-year racehorse depreciation to expire.

Estate Planning Tips for Horse Owners

Erica Larson July 12, 2016

Do your horses a favor by planning ahead for what should happen to them once you’re gone.

Cracking the Tax Code

Milt Toby, JD April 13, 2016

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Senate Committee Nixes Horsemeat Inspections

Congress Passes Bills With Horse Industry Implications

Edited Press Release January 6, 2016

In December Congress passed three bills that include provisions favorable to the horse industry.

Congress Passes Three-Year Tax Depreciation for Racehorses

Edited Press Release December 21, 2015

Congress passed important tax incentives for horse owners as part of comprehensive budget and tax legislation.

November KENA Meeting to Focus on Building Equine Businesses

Edited Press Release October 29, 2015

The meeting will be held Nov. 17 at Fasig-Tipton and is open to both equine professionals and horse owners.

Keeping Records

Milt Toby, JD August 20, 2015

Always err on the side of keeping more records than you think you actually need, but keep them organized.

UK Equine Law Conference Held in April

University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment June 26, 2015

Discussion topics ranged from medications in racing and sport horse fields to equine insurance provisions, and more.

Racehorse Tax Break Passes Congress

The Blood-Horse Staff December 20, 2014

A provision that retroactively extends three-year tax depreciation for all racehorses was passed Dec. 16.

Bill Would Extend Equine Industry Tax Benefit

The Blood-Horse Staff January 14, 2014

Several favorable tax provisions the horse industry enjoyed in 2013 have reverted to lower levels or expired.

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