Racehorse Health and Safety Act of 2025

# Racehorse Health and Safety Act of 2025 - Summary This bill aims to establish federal standards for protecting the health and safety of racehorses used in the racing industry. The legislation would create regulations around veterinary care, medical testing, and treatment of racing horses, likely addressing concerns about animal welfare practices that vary by state. The bill also appears to address gambling-related aspects of horse racing and may include provisions for advisory bodies to oversee implementation and compliance with new safety standards. The bill affects racehorse owners, trainers, veterinarians, racetracks, gambling operations, and states that regulate horse racing.

It could impact how the horse racing industry operates by imposing federal minimum standards that all states would need to follow, rather than allowing each state to set its own rules. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (as of early 2025), meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. Senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas sponsored the legislation. For the bill to become law, it would need to advance through committee, pass both the Senate and House, and be signed by the President.