HR 3378: Racehorse Health and Safety Act of 2025

Cosponsors

Donald Davis (D) NC, Tom Cole (R) OK

Summary

This bill does not yet have a summary.

Subjects

Advisory bodies, Animal protection and human-animal relationships, Athletes, Business ethics, Contracts and agency, Gambling, Mammals, Medical tests and diagnostic methods, Professional sports, Sports and recreation facilities, State and local finance, State and local government operations, Veterinary medicine and animal diseases

Policy Areas

Sports and Recreation

Next Steps

The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. The next steps would likely involve committee hearings, potential amendments, and a vote within the committee.

Social Impact

The bill aims to improve horse welfare and racing safety, potentially impacting the perception and ethics of the industry. Uniform rules could improve safety and consistency across different states.

Business Impact

The bill could significantly impact the horseracing industry, potentially leading to increased costs for compliance with new regulations and impacting business models.

Financial Impact

States adopting the compact may face financial implications related to implementation and enforcement, potentially affecting revenue from horseracing.

Bill History

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
IntroReferral - Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
IntroReferral - Introduced in House

Bill Text

Introduced in House May 14, 2025
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