Maryland SB231 prohibits the slaughter of racehorses for commercial purposes and related activities.

Maryland SB231 amends the state's Business Regulation laws to prohibit the slaughter of racehorses for commercial purposes, including for human or animal consumption. The bill also bans the purchase, sale, transfer, offering for sale, import, or transportation of racehorses if the purchaser, seller, or transporter knows or should know that the horse will be slaughtered for commercial purposes. Violators face fines and potential imprisonment. The State Racing Commission and the State Department of Agriculture can revoke or suspend licenses of those found in violation.

Maryland SB231 prohibits the slaughter of racehorses for commercial purposes and related activities.

Maryland SB231 amends the state's Business Regulation laws to prohibit the slaughter of racehorses for commercial purposes, including for human or animal consumption. The bill also bans the purchase, sale, transfer, offering for sale, import, or transportation of racehorses if the purchaser, seller, or transporter knows or should know that the horse will be slaughtered for commercial purposes. Violators face fines and potential imprisonment. The State Racing Commission and the State Department of Agriculture can revoke or suspend licenses of those found in violation.