H.R. 3623: Horse Transportation Safety Act of 2025
This bill, known as the Horse Transportation Safety Act of 2025, aims to amend existing laws concerning the transportation of horses in the United States. Here is a summary of its main provisions:
Prohibition of Multilevel Horse Transportation
The bill specifically prohibits transporting horses in any motor vehicle that has two or more levels stacked on top of each other. This means that any vehicle used to transport horses cannot have an upper tier where additional horses could be placed above those on the lower tier.
Definition of Motor Vehicle
For the purposes of the bill, a "motor vehicle" is defined as any vehicle powered by mechanical means and primarily designed for public highway use. However, it excludes vehicles that operate exclusively on rails (such as trains).
Civil Penalties for Violations
If a person knowingly violates the prohibition set forth in the bill, they would be subject to civil penalties. The penalties would range from a minimum of $100 to a maximum of $500 for each violation. Additionally, each horse transported in violation of the law would count as a separate violation, potentially increasing the fines significantly.
Relationship to Other Laws
The penalties established in this bill are in addition to any other penalties or remedies that may be available under other laws. This means that violating this transportation prohibition does not remove liability under any other statutes or regulation.
Impact on Current Regulations
The bill seeks to alter existing regulations by changing certain wording and designations within the law. Specifically, it revises the relevant subsections to ensure the new prohibitions and penalties are clear and enforceable.
Enforcement and Civil Actions
The bill also addresses the enforcement of the new regulations. It allows for civil actions to be taken upon learning of violations concerning the transport of horses in multilevel vehicles.
Summary of Changes
- Prohibits the transportation of horses in multilevel trailers.
- Defines motor vehicles for the purposes of this law.
- Establishes civil penalties for violations.
- Clarifies the relationship of this bill to other laws.
- Outlines enforcement mechanisms for compliance.
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Actions
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May. 29, 2025 | Introduced in House |
May. 29, 2025 | Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. |
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