State • Ohio
HB 992: Prohibit cruelty to certain horses
Monica BlasdelIntroduced
HB 992 status: Introduced (updated Aug 12, 2026).
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What this bill does
Overall score
Score75/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 40/100
Bill summary
OfficialThis new law makes it illegal to mistreat horses that interact with people.
Key analysis
Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion85%
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Impact analysis
Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- No direct environmental impact identified
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- May increase professional standards in equine businesses
Risks
- Potential increased compliance costs for operators of horse-related tourism or therapy services
Society
Positive Outlook
75%
Benefits
- Strengthens protections for animals in human-interactive settings
Risks
- Subjective definition of 'cruelty' could lead to enforcement challenges
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
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Where it stands
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Introduced
CurrentIntroduced
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Committee
Upcoming3
Floor
Upcoming4
Governor
Upcoming5
Enacted
Upcoming5
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