H.R. 3378: Racehorse Health and Safety Act of 2025

The Racehorse Health and Safety Act of 2025 focuses on enhancing the welfare of racehorses and the integrity of horseracing. The bill proposes the following main measures:

Interstate Compact

It will allow individual states to enter into an interstate compact that creates uniform regulations concerning medication and safety standards for horse racing across different states and breeds. This is aimed at reducing discrepancies in regulations that could affect the health and safety of racehorses.

Racetrack Safety Committee

The bill establishes a Racetrack Safety Committee, which is responsible for the following:

• Developing and implementing a set of safety rules targeted at improving horseracing conditions.
• Creating guidelines for medication management and testing procedures to ensure fairness and safety.
• Establishing the structure and membership of the committee, including setting term limits and conflict of interest policies.
• Implementing processes for adopting new rules related to safety and medication.

These measures are primarily designed to protect the health of racehorses and enhance the safety of all participants in the horseracing industry, while also leading to more standardized practices across states.

Repealing Previous Legislation

The Act will also repeal previous legislation that may conflict with its provisions, aiming for a more coherent legal framework that prioritizes horse welfare and racing integrity.

Overall Goals

Ultimately, the bill seeks to create a comprehensive approach to ensure that horse racing is conducted in a safe and regulated environment, thereby promoting the well-being of the animals involved and the integrity of the sport.

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