Legislation

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Newly introduced legislation aims to better Enforce the Horse Protection Act, crackdown on animal cruelty

The bipartisan Animal Cruelty Enforcement Act would create a new Animals Crimes section within the Department of Justice

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Tennessee Equine Health Advisory Commission formed

The commission is charged with studying the status of equine health and emerging equine health issues.

“Uniformity of rules is essential to protecting the safety of the racehorse and ensuring the integrity of the sport,” said AAEP President Dr. David Frisbie.

AAEP Board Votes to Support Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act

The legislation’s chief goal is to create uniform safety and medication standards in all U.S. racing jurisdictions.

The AHC 2020 Conference will be virtual.

Guest Speakers Announced For American Horse Council’s National Issues Forum

The forum will feature four presentations, given virtually.