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H.R. 1684119th CongressIn committeeLatest action Feb 27, 2025Decoded by AI · checked against the record
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HR 1684 bans painful training devices on show horses and replaces industry inspectors with government-licensed ones.
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This bill makes it a federal crime to deliberately hurt horses' legs or hooves to create an exaggerated high-stepping walk for competitions. It bans specific devices like chains, rollers, and weighted shoes on Tennessee Walking Horses, Racking Horses, and Spotted Saddle Horses at shows, sales, and exhibitions. It also replaces the old industry-run inspection system with government-licensed inspectors who must avoid conflicts of interest, with preference given to licensed veterinarians.
This bill primarily affects horse trainers, owners, exhibitors, judges, show managers, and inspectors in the Tennessee Walking Horse, Racking Horse, and Spotted Saddle Horse industries.
Horses found to be sore would be disqualified for 180 days on a first offense and up to three or more years for repeat offenses. People with multiple violations could be permanently banned from participating in or financing horse shows.
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Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.