(WASHINGTON, D.C.) –Congressman Scott DesJarlais (R-TN-04) announced today that he has reintroduced the Protecting Horses from Soring Act into the 119^th Congress. 

Rep. DesJarlais said, “For years the Tennessee Walking Horse Industry has been subjected to egregious overburdensome regulations by the federal government. No one understands the unique care these animals require more than their loving owners.” 

The Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2025 (H.R. 1675) requires USDA to work with the Horse Industry Organization to establish industry-specific regulations and properly trained inspectors.

“Tennessee Walking Horses have a unique gate and stature. For far too long The United States Department of Agriculture has made up arbitrary regulations that are overly generalized and far off base from the capabilities of the horses who compete in this industry,” he said.  

The Tennessee Congressman says he’s proud that the billion-dollar tourism industry is located right in the heart of the Fourth Congressional District. 

“The annual Tennessee Walking Horse Celebration is something everyone should experience. People come from all over the country to be a part of this historic ceremony and compete against the best in the world. Families of multiple generations pass down these time-honored traditions of caring for these majestic horses.” 

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