Legislation Introduced in Congress to End Horse Soring
Edited Press Release
June 28, 2021
The bill has bipartisan support and is co-sponsored by nearly half the U.S. Senate.
The bill has bipartisan support and is co-sponsored by nearly half the U.S. Senate.
CBD is becoming increasingly popular. However, a veterinarian turned attorney warns equine practitioners to tread cautiously when it comes to discussing CBD products with clients.
The Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture Act amends federal criminal code to prohibit intentional animal cruelty acts when they occur during interstate commerce or on federal property. Here’s what that means for local law enforcement.
Women whose horses have been harmed in domestic violence-related incidents will be able to seek restitution for veterinary care once the Pet and Women Safety Act, which is part of the Farm Bill approved by the full Senate last week, is signed into law.
If successful, the case will be the first to establish that animals have the legal right to sue their alleged abusers in court.
Anyone convicted of misdemeanor animal cruelty would be prohibited from legally obtaining a firearm if legislation recently introduced into the U.S. House of Representatives is passed.
The 2018 Omnibus Spending Bill will impact the horse industry in several ways.
The American Horse Council requested clarification from the FMCSA regarding commercial driver license regulations.
The Senate’s proposed 2018 budget bill calls for the DOI to explore “politically viable” wild horse management options.
What if someone enters your horse pasture without permission and gets hurt? Attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart responds.
Attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart addresses the risks related to allowing people to ride in your noncommercial arena.
The bill would made it illegal to transport horses across state lines in double-decker trailers.
Learn about sales agreements, leasing horses, liability, and more during our live event.
Learn the difference between an employee and independent contractor and what that could mean for your equine operation.
Topics covered included the Horseracing Integrity Act of 2017, Thoroughbred Safety Committee recommendations, and more.
The measure would allow funding for USDA personnel to conduct horsemeat inspections at U.S. processing plants.
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