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Senate Calls for ‘Politically Viable’ Wild Horse Solutions

Pat Raia November 27, 2017

The Senate’s proposed 2018 budget bill calls for the DOI to explore “politically viable” wild horse management options.

What if Boarders Don’t Pay Their Bills?

Rachel Kosmal McCart October 24, 2017

Attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart share insight for barn owners trying to collect money from delinquent boarders.

Horse Ownership and Attractive Nuisance Risk

Rachel Kosmal McCart October 20, 2017

What if someone enters your horse pasture without permission and gets hurt? Attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart responds.

What’s My Liability if Friends Ride in My Arena?

Rachel Kosmal McCart October 19, 2017

Attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart addresses the risks related to allowing people to ride in your noncommercial arena.

Bill Would Outlaw Double-Decker Horse Trailers

Pat Raia October 14, 2017

The bill would made it illegal to transport horses across state lines in double-decker trailers.

Your Equine Legal Questions Answered

Rachel Kosmal McCart October 12, 2017

Learn about sales agreements, leasing horses, liability, and more during our live event.

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.

Getting Ahead of Gene Doping in Racehorses

Jockey Club’s 2017 Round Table Meeting in the Books

Edited Press Release August 14, 2017

Topics covered included the Horseracing Integrity Act of 2017, Thoroughbred Safety Committee recommendations, and more.

House Appropriations Bill Allows Horsemeat Inspections

Pat Raia July 13, 2017

The measure would allow funding for USDA personnel to conduct horsemeat inspections at U.S. processing plants.

Pennsylvania Law Protects Veterinarians From Lawsuits

Pat Raia June 28, 2017

The legislation will shield veterinarians from civil liability when they report suspected animal cruelty to authorities.

Equine Massage Therapists can Now Practice in Tennessee

Pat Raia May 19, 2017

The state’s house and senate passed an amendment making it lawful for animal massage therapists to practice.

Senate Committee Nixes Horsemeat Inspections

Omnibus Bill Sparks Controversy

Pat Raia May 8, 2017

While the bill effectively prohibits horse processing in the United States, some believe it could endanger wild horses.

House Members Reintroduce PAST Act

Pat Raia April 1, 2017

Reps. Ted Yoho and Kurt Schrader introduced the legislation that would stiffen penalties for those convicted of soring.

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.

Petitioners Ask Trump to Lift UDSA Anti-Soring Rule Freeze

Pat Raia March 30, 2017

The USDA rule was one of several regulations approved but ultimately frozen after the administration change in January.

Proposed West Virginia Bill Would Tax Veterinary Services

Pat Raia March 27, 2017

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