MN SF133

Urges Congress to oppose federal legislation that would restrict a state's ability to direct the transport or processing of horses.

Cites closure of all U.S. horse processing facilities due to controversy, resulting in loss of secondary markets and reduced salvage value for horses.

States that approximately 100,000 unwanted or unusable surplus domestic horses annually have overwhelmed private animal welfare agencies.

Asserts that humane handling and slaughter of surplus horses should be addressed through proper regulations and inspection rather than bans or exportation.

Directs Minnesota's Secretary of State to send copies of this memorial to the President, Congress leadership, and Minnesota's federal delegation.