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Appeals Court Upholds $210K Fine Against Horse Dealer for Interstate Transport Violations

In a significant ruling from the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, the court upheld a $210,000 fine imposed by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) against Jason Fabrizius and Fabrizius Livestock LLC, a Colorado-based horse dealer. The case revolved around violations of federal livestock transportation regulations, including failure to obtain required documentation when transporting horses across state lines.

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Galloping into Legal Battle: Northern District of Texas Reins in USDA Overreach in Tennessee Walking Horse Case

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas vacates key provisions of the USDA's HPA 2024 Rule which aimed to eradicate the cruel practice of "soring" in horses.

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A little girl, a special horse, and a journey of healing. ❤️🐴

Kayden’s life changed forever after a tragic accident, but thanks to Nexus Equine and one incredible horse, she found strength, hope, and a new way forward. This heartwarming story proves the powerful bond between humans and animals. Read more about Kayden’s inspiring journey here: https://www.news9.com/story/67a6a887fe11f32f1f0efe90/kayden-s-journey-of-healing-how-nexus-equine-and-a-special-horse-changed-her-life #HealingWithHorses #Inspiration #NexusEquine

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Opinion: A Social License to Operate (SLO) is Critical to the Equine Industry.

A social license to operate (SLO) refers to the ongoing approval and acceptance of an organization or activity by the public and key stakeholders. One could reasonably argue, that in an era of heightened public scrutiny and growing concern for animal welfare, maintaining an SLO is critical to ensure the sustainability, growth, and public support of equine-related activities.

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Changes are coming to the Horse Protection Act starting February 1, 2025.

Changes are coming to the Horse Protection Act (HPA) starting February 1, 2025. 🗓️ These updates aim to strengthen protections against the cruel practice of soring and enhance welfare standards for horses nationwide.

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How will the United States Supreme Court Decision on state sports betting impact horse racing in Oklahoma?

Horse racing is a vibrant business in Oklahoma.  Will this new decision by the United States Supreme Court in Murphy v. National Collegiate Athletic Association, which in the absence of federal legislation allows each state to directly regulate sports betting, present new opportunities for expansion? http://www.horsecouncil.org/press-release/supreme-court-opens-state-sports-betting-flood-gates-sen-hatch-offers-federal-framework/

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Oklahoma Celebrates the National Day of the Horse on December 13, 2017

In 2004, the United States Senate Resolution 452 recognized December 13th as “National Day of the Horse.”  The purpose of this resolution was to “encourage the people of the United States to be mindful of the contribution of horses to the economy, history, and character of the United States.”  According to the 2004 resolution, the…

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USDA’s published FAQs on Exhibitor and Transporter Responsibilities under the Horse Protection Act.

The Horse Protection Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1821-1831, seeks to end the practice of soring in the horse industry.  As this Federal program impacts Oklahoma horse exhibitors, I have included a link to the USDA's FAQs on exhibitor and transporter responsibilities. https://www.aphis.usda.gov/publications/animal_welfare/2016/October-2016-HPA-Exhibitor-and-Transporter-Tech-Note-final-102116.pdf

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Oklahoma Reportable Equine Diseases

Oklahoma promulgates a list of equine diseases that must be reported to Oklahoma Animal Industry Services.  This list is periodically updated to reflect emerging health risks for the Oklahoma equine population.   Veterinarians and/or horse owners must report any of these diseases upon a confirmed diagnosis: African Horse Sickness Contagious Equine Metritis Dourine Equine Encephalomyelitis…