Recent News for Legal Concerns & Legislation
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Bills Seek to Ban Horse Processing, Export
March 13, 2013
The legislation would outlaw the export of horses for processing and the export of U.S.-produced horsemeat.... Read More
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Equine Tax Parity Act Introduced
March 13, 2013
The Equine Tax Parity Act would make horses eligible for capital gains treatment after 12 months.... Read More
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Missouri Court Denies Lay Equine Dentist's Appeal
February 25, 2013
A non-veterinarian dentist lost a bid to overturn a court ruling prohibiting her from floating teeth for pay.... Read More
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Back Country Horsemen of America Celebrates 40 Years
February 23, 2013
The organization was founded to aid in the fight to preserve the right to ride horses on public lands. ... Read More
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Arizona Bill would Recognize Miniature Horses as Service Animals
February 19, 2013
Miniature Horses would be recognized service animals if a pending bill becomes law.... Read More
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Kentucky Horse Farms Can Apply for Disaster Relief
February 18, 2013
Kentucky horse breeding farms are now eligible to apply for federal relief from agriculture-related disasters.... Read More
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How Do I Properly Dispose of my Horse's Syringes?
February 16, 2013
With a proper sharps disposal method in place, the risk of accidental needlesticks is reduced.... Read More
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Crundwell Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years in Embezzlement Case
February 15, 2013
Former Quarter Horse breeder Rita Crundwell will serve nearly 20 years for embezzling $53 million.... Read More
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Texas Horse, Truck Thief Sought
February 14, 2013
The stolen mare has since been recovered; a truck and trailer taken at the same time remain missing.... Read More
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USDA Issues Rule on Importing Horses from CEM-Affected Countries
February 13, 2013
APHIS took this action after reviewing probable causes of CEM outbreaks in the United States.... Read More
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Oklahoma Bills would Facilitate Horse Processing
February 12, 2013
Horse processing would again be legal if two bills currently pending in that state's legislature become law.... Read More
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Rep. John Campbell (R-Calif.) to Co-Chair CAPC
February 10, 2013
Rep. John Campbell (R-Calif.) named co-chair of the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus.... Read More
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New Mexico Slaughter Facility Bill Rejected
February 05, 2013
The bill that would have authorized a study evaluating the feasibility of a horse processing facility.... Read More
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New BLM Policies Address Mustang Welfare, Roundup Transparency
February 01, 2013
The BLM says the new policy directives were developed in response to public concern about animal welfare.... Read More
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BLM Offers Reward in Burro Poaching Incident
February 01, 2013
The perpetrators unlawfully killed a burro, harvested the meat, and left the carcass in the desert. ... Read More
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N.Y. Bill: Ban Equine Performance-Enhancing Drugs
January 24, 2013
The legislation calls for a ban on equine performance-enhancing drugs in horse racing in New York.... Read More
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N.Y. Governor: Use VLT Revenue for Equine Safety Measures
January 23, 2013
Cuomo wants to "redirect" $1.5 to $2 million per year for equine safety programs at the state's racetracks.... Read More
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Kentucky Equine Survey Releases Initial Findings
January 22, 2013
This comprehensive survey of all breeds of horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules was the first since 1977.... Read More
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Permit Allows Va. Owners to Move Horses throughout Southeastern States
January 14, 2013
Horse owners can elect to obtain a six-month passport in lieu of a certificate of veterinary inspection.... Read More
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British Horse Society Names New Board of Trustees Chairman
January 09, 2013
New chairman Claire Aldridge also serves as chairman of the equine health and welfare advisory committee. ... Read More
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AHC Urges Participation in USDA Agricultural Census
January 08, 2013
The agricultural census gathers vital information about U.S agriculture, including the horse community.... Read More
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BLM Stiffens Mustang Purchase Rules
January 07, 2013
The new rules restrict purchases of more than four animals in a six-month period unless approved by the BLM.... Read More
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Gagliano Elected AHC Trustee
January 05, 2013
Gagliano is the president and chief operating officer of The Jockey Club.... Read More
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Horse Owners Protected in Tax Legislation
January 04, 2013
The recent fiscal cliff tax legislation can benefit horse owners and breeders and farm owners.... Read More
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USDA Issues Final Rule for Animal Disease Traceability
December 27, 2012
The rule establishes regulations for improving the traceability of horses and livestock moving interstate.... Read More
