Very Expansive: How will the new Horse Protection Act regulations impact the equine industry?

“The regulations... set up a very complicated set of rules for both horse owners and event managers.”

New regulations under the Horse Protection Act take effect next month, expanding to all breeds and all types of horse events, including 4-H activities.

Many equestrian enthusiasts are now left wondering how they will be impacted.

Roger McEowen spoke with RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender on the legislation’s background, what this means for breeds and events, and what this means for the equine industry moving forward.

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