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Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:56 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2648
Bill 118 HR 2648, also known as the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2023, aims to prevent the cruel practice of soring in the horse industry. Soring is the act of intentionally causing pain to a horse's legs or hooves in order to exaggerate their gait and achieve a competitive advantage in shows.
The bill prohibits the use of devices or substances that cause soring, such as chains, nails, or chemicals. It also strengthens enforcement of the Horse Protection Act by increasing penalties for violators and providing additional funding for inspections and investigations.
Additionally, the bill requires the USDA to establish a licensing program for horse industry inspectors and mandates that horse show organizers keep records of all inspections and violations. Overall, the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2023 seeks to protect the welfare of horses and ensure fair competition in the horse industry by cracking down on the inhumane practice of soring.
The bill prohibits the use of devices or substances that cause soring, such as chains, nails, or chemicals. It also strengthens enforcement of the Horse Protection Act by increasing penalties for violators and providing additional funding for inspections and investigations.
Additionally, the bill requires the USDA to establish a licensing program for horse industry inspectors and mandates that horse show organizers keep records of all inspections and violations. Overall, the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2023 seeks to protect the welfare of horses and ensure fair competition in the horse industry by cracking down on the inhumane practice of soring.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2648
Bill HR 2648 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 17, 2023. Bill HR 2648 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 17, 2023. Bill HR 2648's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of April 17, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2648
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
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0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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