Protecting Horses from Soring: New Inspection and Disqualification Rules
This act aims to enhance the protection of horses participating in shows, exhibitions, and auctions by introducing new, objective inspection methods. Citizens, especially those involved in horse breeding and showing, should be aware of the new animal health requirements and potential consequences of non-compliance, such as horse disqualification from events.
Key points
Introduction of "objective inspection" for horses, based on scientific protocols, including swabbing and blood testing, to detect soring.
Mandatory disqualification of a horse from shows for at least 30 days (first offense) or 90 days (subsequent offenses) if found to be sore.
Establishment of a new Horse Industry Organization responsible for licensing inspectors and overseeing compliance, with a conflict-of-interest requirement for licensed individuals.
Requirement for horse show and auction management to have a formal affiliation with the new Horse Industry Organization.
Expired
Citizen Poll