Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2022

Senate Bill 4005 - Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2022: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-12-29T23:48:38Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 4005 Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Animals. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 11:48 PM

Congressional Summary of S 4005

Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2022

This bill revises requirements concerning the inspection of horse shows, exhibitions, sales, and actions for sored horses (e.g., horses suffering from pain when moving due to substances or devices placed on their limbs). Specifically, this bill replaces a requirement for the Department of Agriculture to prescribe regulations governing the appointment of inspectors with a requirement for the Horse Industry Organization, which is established by this bill, to appoint inspectors.

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Current Status of Bill S 4005

Bill S 4005 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 5, 2022. Bill S 4005 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on April 5, 2022. Bill S 4005's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of April 5, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4005

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4005

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4005

Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2022

A bill to amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes.