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Horsemen Note Revised Immigration Rule

A new federal immigration rule will benefit the Thoroughbred industry, the National Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association said Jan. 28.

 Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Ban on Horse-Meat Inspection Funds Reversed

Ban on Horse-Meat Inspection Funds Reversed

A change in legislative language could lead to the re-opening of horse slaughter plans in the United States. A ban on funding for federal inspections of horse meat has been reversed.

 Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Racing Keeps Eye on Internet Poker Bill

The pari-mutuel industry could end up with some benefits should Congress opt to use legalization of Internet poker to help fund continuation of broad tax cuts agreed upon by Republicans and President Obama.

 Tuesday, December 07, 2010
Bill Signed Into Law Will Help Horse Owners

Bill Signed Into Law Will Help Horse Owners

President Obama signed the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 into law Sept. 27, the American Horse Council (AHC) reported Sept. 28.

 Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Congressional Law Impacts Horse Buyers

Congressional Law Impacts Horse Buyers

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that contains provisions that impact those buying Thoroughbreds or farm equipment this year and next, and President Obama signed it into law Sept. 27.

 Friday, September 24, 2010

AHC Submits Comments to Obama Task Force

In response to a March 16 call for recommendations, the AHC pointed out that horseback riding promotes strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination, balance, and fine motor skills among other health benefits.

 Monday, March 29, 2010