S 2295
PAST Act of 2021
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Bill overview
The Prevent All Soring Tactics Act of 2021 (PAST Act) aims to prevent the practice of soring, which involves causing pain to horses to artificially increase their gait, primarily in Tennessee Walking Horses, Racking Horses, and Spotted Saddle Horses. This bill expands regulations and enforcement related to horse shows and exhibitions, establishes a system for licensed inspectors, increases penalties for violations, and clarifies what constitutes unlawful actions like using devices to cause soreness. It seeks to protect horses from abuse and ensure fair competition within the equine industry.
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Angus S., Jr. King
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