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January 15, 2017
USDA makes long sought revisions to regulations to prevent abusive soring practices of Tennessee Walking horses and racking horses.
On January 10th, USDA announced final regulations to prevent soring of Tennessee Walking Horses and racking horses. The Maryland Horse Council testified in favor of…
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January 10, 2017
S.A.F.E. Act - that would effectively prohibit horse slaughter - reintroduced in Congress
Congress has once again introduced legislation to effectively prohibit horse slaughter. Click here for more info via the American Horse Council.
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The IRS is considering some changes to the estate tax regulations that could affect intra-family transfers of interests in family farms and businesses. Click here…
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November 17, 2016
Congress passes bill to address trail maintenance backlog.
Congress passes bill to address trail maintenance backlog. Click here for more info, via the American Horse Council.
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November 10, 2016
New regulations for solar energy development on preserved farmland
The Maryland Ag Land Preservation Foundation has new rules for solar energy development on preserved farmland. Click here for more information, courtesy of the University…
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September 30, 2016
Congress passes stop gap funding bill
Here are the provisions of interest to horse people in the Continuing Resolution passed by Congress. Thanks to the American Horse Council for this info!
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September 25, 2016
National Forest Trails Bill approved by House Ag. Committee
The US House Agriculture Committee has approved the National Forest Trails Bill, that will help clear the backlog of maintenance on many trails. For more…
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August 7, 2016
Add your voice to the fight to end horse soring
Your action is needed now to help end the cruel practice of horse soring! The Maryland Horse Council has long supported the passage of…
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