Congressman Scott DesJarlais, M.D. released the following statement after introducing the Horse Protection Amendments Act of 2015 (H.R. 4105):
“The Tennessee Walking Horse industry is a vital part of our nation’s agricultural sector. However, recent abuses on behalf of APHIS have threatened the proliferation and success of this Tennessee tradition. The Horse Protection Amendments Act of 2015 provides real reforms ensuring objective, science-based methods of inspection and testing. We cannot punish the industry as a whole for the behavior of a few bad actors. I am dedicated to preserving this important piece of Tennessee history and will continue to fight for clearer, more consistent policies across the industry.”
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