Government Relations Committee THE MARYLAND HORSE COUNCIL
by Jane Seigler, MHC Government Relations Committee Co-Chair
T e Maryland Horse Council established its Political Action Committee in 2011 to provide a way to support fi nancially the campaigns of candi- dates for state offi ce who understand and support our public policy agenda. Rightly or wrongly, money talks in politics. Running for public offi ce is expensive, and all candidates truly appreciate and remember their donors. T e politicians are talking about a whole lot of issues that aff ect Mary- land horses, horse people and horse businesses, such as: • Ag Preservation Funding • Animal Welfare • Environmental Rules • Funding for Equestrian Facilities • Funding for the Horse Industry Board • T e Future of the Preakness • Helmet Use by Minors • Insurance & Liability • Labor & Employment Rules • Parks & Trails Funding • Real Estate, Sales & Property Taxes • Sunday Hunting • Veterinary Practice • And a whole lot more!
T ey should be listening to us! And they have been. Here are fi ve reasons why you should donate to the Horse Council
Political Action Committee (HCPAC): Representation: By donating to HCPAC, you can support our eff orts
to advocate for the interests of horse people and the horse industry in Maryland, and to ensure that the concerns and needs of horse owners, breeders, trainers, and enthusiasts are heard by policymakers and elected
offi cials. By contributing, you help amplify the voice of the horse com- munity and support their eff orts to shape legislation and regulations that impact the industry. Legislative Infl uence: T rough strategic contributions, the PAC can support candidates who are sympathetic to the concerns of horse people and the horse industry, increasing the likelihood of positive legislative out- comes. By donating, you can help the PAC wield political infl uence and create a favorable environment for the horse community in Maryland. Industry Development: By focusing legislators and policy makers on the equestrian community, the HCPAC supports initiatives aimed at expanding equestrian facilities, improving trails and infrastructure, and enhancing the overall environment for horse-related activities. By con- tributing, you can play a role in fostering the growth and vitality of the horse industry in Maryland. Economic Impact: T e horse industry has a signifi cant economic impact,
generating jobs and revenue for Maryland. By donating to the HCPAC, you help sustain and strengthen the industry, benefi ting not only horse owners but also those employed in various equestrian-related sectors, such as trainers, grooms, veterinarians, feed suppliers, and more. Your contribu- tion can contribute to the overall economic well-being of the state. Community Support: Supporting the HCPAC demonstrates your
commitment to the horse community in Maryland. By donating, you join a collective eff ort to ensure the welfare and vitality of horses, the preservation of equestrian traditions, and the promotion of equine-re- lated activities. Your contribution helps build a stronger community of horse enthusiasts and advocates. Our PAC makes distributions to campaigns every Fall. And every
Winter, Spring and Summer we must rebuild the fund. Please give as generously as you can.
Out & About with MHC’s Government Relations Committee
Left: Governor Wes Moore greets MHC Govern- ment Relations Committee member and MHC Polit- ical Action Committee Board member Joanne Stone at a June 13 fundraiser for Sen. Ron Watson (D-PG).
Right: MHC Government Relations Committee and PAC Board members Christy Clagett and Joanne Stone with Sen. Michael Jackson (D-PG, Calvert & Charles) at Watson’s fundraiser.
MHC does not endorse political candidates. We support incumbents who are in a position to support, or have already supported, the horse industry on general policy issues and in specifi c pieces of legislation.
42 | AUGUST 2023 | THE EQUIERY YOUR MARYLAND HORSE COUNCIL PUBLICATION 800-244-9580 |
www.equiery.com
Christy Clagett
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