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Podcast: Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
Episode: 2025 Equine Policy Recap and What to Watch in 2026
Description: On the fourth episode of "The Tack Room," Partners Kayla Pragid, Elizabeth Craddock and Public Affairs Advisor Tori Deal bring insight into the fast-moving state and federal policy issues shaping the equine industry, breaking down what mattered in 2025 and what stakeholders should watch in 2026. This episode highlights how legislation can directly affect racing, animal welfare and day-to-day operations, touching on topics such as decoupling, xylazine regulation and budget reconciliation. Listeners also get a clear look at Florida-specific issues involving land conservation funding, equine-assisted therapy investments and the state's fully funded Best Management Practices (BMPs) cost-share program that can reimburse participants...