As the saying goes, there is strength in numbers, and members of the American Horse Council (AHC) are critical to ensuring that our industry has a voice on Capitol Hill. We rely on you to contact your members of Congress through Action Alerts when an issue has arisen that requires industry action. We also encourage members to visit with or contact their congressional representatives throughout the year as they see fit.
Traditionally, the AHC has held a Congressional Ride-In on the final day of the AHC’s Annual Meeting & National Issues Forum where meeting attendees and AHC members go up to Capitol Hill and meet with their representatives on issues that are of importance to them and the industry that they love.
After receiving feedback from our members, we have decided to add a second Congressional Ride-In for our members in the fall. The legislative calendar and election cycle, combined with several key issues that the AHC is working on, make the fall a perfect opportunity for the AHC and its members to visit Capitol Hill and have our voice heard. The AHC will introduce participants to the legislative process and discuss legislation that impacts the equine industry, and participants will visit Capitol Hill to meet with their elected officials and advocate on behalf of the industry. Finally, the AHC will host a debrief and networking session. All participants in the fall Ride-In will receive a special pin to represent their advocacy role on behalf of the AHC.
“The fly-ins are part of AHCs’ ongoing effort to elevate the equine industry’s voice on Capitol Hill,” said Julie Broadway, AHC President. “The fall Ride-In is a free event and all AHC members and horse enthusiasts are encouraged to participate.”
The AHC still encourages those attending the June meeting to set up appointments and visit with their representatives while they are in town. Please contact AHC Director of Policy and Legislative Affairs, Bryan Brendle, at bbrendle@horsecouncil.org for assistance in setting up appointments.
Please keep an eye out for more information on the fall Ride-In as it becomes available. We look forward to seeing you when the leaves change!