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AHC News
This quarterly newsletter is packed with important information; giving you a legislative and regulatory update on issues that affect you and your horses. The AHC News is only available through membership with the American Horse Council.

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AHC Tax Bulletin
A must for the equine business person. A bi-monthly publication featuring timely articles on equine tax and business issues written by an editorial board of tax professionals, as well as updates on the latest tax court decisions, IRS regulations and legislation that might impact your ability to run a profitable business. The AHC Tax Bulletin is only available through membership with the American Horse Council.

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The Economic Impact of the Horse Industry on the United States

The horse industry in the United States contributes $39 billion in direct economic impact to the US economy and supports 1.4 million jobs on a full-time basis, according to the study. When indirect and induced spending are included, the industry's economic impact reaches $102 billion. The study also estimates the horse population in this country has reached 9.2 million.  
 
In this study you can find out the Number of Horses by State, Industry Spending Activity and a Comparative Analysis of the Break out states and much more!
 
Also you may purchase one or all of our state break out reports.  Break out states are: California, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas and Wyoming.

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Pre-Order the 2006 Horse Industry Directory--NOW!
This resourceful guide puts the entire equine industry right at your fingertips. The Directory includes both national and international contacts covering every segment of the equine community. Updated every year, the 2006 Directory is the most definitive source of equine industry information available. The 2006 Horse Industry Directory includes breed registries; racing, rodeo, show, sport, and trails organizations; equine health and welfare organizations; interstate health requirements; statistical information on the horse industry; and an index of all the listings and telephone numbers are provided for easy access. The 2006 Horse Industry Directory is available for $25 per copy or free with certain levels of membership
Directory Sponsored by American Live Stock Insurance Company

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2006 HORSE OWNERS AND BREEDERS TAX HANDBOOK
This 1000-page book explains the Internal Revenue Code as it pertains to the U.S. horse industry. No one commercially involved with the horse industry should be without it. Topics covered in the Handbook include: Business versus hobby-including summaries of important court decisions; Forms of doing business; Sales, Exchanges and Involuntary conversions; Tax planning; Depreciation; Record keeping and accounting rules; and much more! Free with certain levels of membership or available for $85.00 (plus $4.50 shipping and handling).



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Tax Tips for Horse Owners
This 18-page booklet includes, in outline form, the major tax issues affecting those involved with horses as a business. Free with certain levels of membership or available for $10 per copy.

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Care and Handling Guidelines for the Horse Owner
The relationship between human and horse is one that goes beyond breed, type, purpose, or sport. The horse, although a willing domesticated, is dependent upon our stewardship. Because of these circumstances the American Horse Council Animal Welfare Committee has endeavored to outline practices for good horse management. The Care & Handling Guidelines covers issues such as:
  • Shelter and horse facilities
  • Feed and water guidelines
  • Health management
  • Identification
  • Equine transportation
This handbook is full of useful information and basic guidelines for the novice and experienced horseman. Free with certain levels of membership or available for $10 per copy.

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AMERICAN HORSE POWER
This full-color booklet includes an overview of the 2005 Economic Impact study of the Horse Industry on the United States. It is an excellent educational tool that gives an entertaining and informative look at the nation's horse industry. Free with certain levels of membership or available for $10 per copy.

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You may also order AHC Publications with your Visa or MasterCard by calling the AHC at (202) 296-4031, faxing order at (202) 296-1970, or by sending a check or money order to:
American Horse Council
1616 H Street 7th Floor
Washington, DC 20006
202-296-4031
202-296-1970-fax




 

 

 

American Horse Council

1616 H Street NW 7th floor Washington, DC 20006

202-296-4031 202-296-1970 (fax)
ahc@horsecouncil.org