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the 4th District of Tennessee
Congressman DesJarlais has a proven track record of fighting for policies that will enforce fiscal discipline in Washington, strengthen our nation’s economy, and end the flow of illegal immigration.
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The Tennessee Walking Horse industry stands at a crossroads. Recent federal regulations aimed at ending the harmful practice of “soring”—where horses are injured to exaggerate their unique gait—are having unintended consequences. While the goal is to protect these remarkable animals, these regulations threaten not only the horses but also the events that bring communities together, like the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration in Shelbyville, the “Walking Horse Capital of the World.”
It’s clear that the future of these horses is tied to the traditions and livelihoods of the people who support them. The reintroduced Protecting Horses from Soring Act addresses these concerns by requiring the USDA to collaborate with horse industry organizations, ensuring regulations are crafted with a true understanding of the horses’ needs while safeguarding the cultural and economic significance of these events.
For those in #TN04 who’ve built their lives and communities around the Walking Horse industry—how are these regulations affecting you? How is this overreach disrupting your way of life and the traditions you hold dear?
These horses are some of the most loved & well cared for horses in the world...& on a more negative point the government does nothing about the race horse industry..they only pick on the walking horses & it has been going on too long...
It needs to be stopped. I've seen it and been around it my whole life.
The Government & those against TN Walking Horse training methods, fail to understand is, if this tradition goes away along with its events… so will the TN Walking Horse. Is that what they want? Do they want to suddenly have thousands of horses that no longer have a purpose, a desirability? Will the breed die out? Will hundreds of horses end up neglected, in rescues or worse?
It is my understanding that this also affects other equine events such as local horse shows and mule pulls unrelated to the walking horse industry. An unexpected consequence is that local county and state fairs can include a local horse show or related event such as a rodeo or mule pull but the new proposed regulations may hinder inclusion of these events to the detriment of the rural experience and culture. Thank you for reaching out to your constituents for additional feedback on these unexpected repercussions so they might be addressed or excluded from any over reaching legislation. We invite you to attend any local fairs in your district this year.
Let’s focus on things that directly impact us as a state not some bullshit legislation. When was the last time you did anything legitimate
Until the owners demand soring to stop it never will happen! There is too much money and politics to stop the practice. The TWH is a great horse to ride without the practice of soring!
How about a town hall Scott DesJarlais!?
Classic example of how the unintended consequence is worse than the intended regulation. Thousands of unwanted horses will be sold to the slaughterhouse
Remember when you ran on term limits?
I think the point is to train your horses to the best of their ability without soring them. I personally think the Big Lick classes are gross. If you’re going to have a horse do a gross unnatural gait using huge shoes and squatting them down in back so they crawl along in a very unnatural way at least do it without soring. The whole Big Lick thing is inhumane in my opinion…but that’s just my opinion.
Thank you to everyone sharing regular updates on the Daus Mountain fires. Your information keeps us informed and connected. A heartfelt thank you to the brave firefighters and rescue workers from various departments for their tireless efforts. We are grateful for the rain that has helped in controlling the fires. As of this afternoon, the Daus Mountain Fire near Dunlap, TN, has burned approximately 450 acres and is 65% contained. Let’s continue to support each other during this challenging time.
Didn't you trade drugs for sex?
How about a town hall Scott DesJarlais?
#TN04 — please join me in praying for our friends and neighbors affected by the Daus Mountain fires. Residents, be prepared to evacuate if needed, and know that Flat Mountain Baptist Church has opened its doors to anyone needing shelter.
Stay updated through local authorities and resources:
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Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office:
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