Equine Liability

Louisiana Equine Council One voice...many breeds.
One voice...many disciplines.
The Louisiana Equine Council's purpose isto promote and market Louisiana equines and the equine industry.
The Louisiana Equine Council's purpose isto develop and expand equine research and educational programs.
The Louisiana Equine Council's purpose isto encourage and facilitate the economic development of the equine industry.
The Louisiana Equine Council's purpose isto promote the safe use and enjoyment of equines.
The Louisiana Equine Council's purpose is to encourage youth development through involvement with equines.

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Equine Liability

Equine Liability Statute: Are you in Compliance?

Many states have passed equine liability laws that protect against the inherent risks of equine
activities; in fact California, Maryland, Nevada and New York are the only states that do not have such
laws. All of the laws are fairly similar, but contain different characteristics. In Louisiana, the equine
activity liability statute is divided into two sections; one related to "farm animal activity" and one
specific to "equine activity sponsors." Both statutes have identical terms, except for the animal to which
the statute pertains. Under both statutes, “engaging” in the farm animal or equine activity does not
include being a spectator at a farm animal activity, except in cases where the spectator places himself in
an unauthorized area and in immediate proximity to the farm animal or equine activity. The farm
animal or equine professional is NOT protected under this statute if they:

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Membership Development

Chairman: Howard Cormier
Plans and implements membership drive and new member information and orientation. Reviews proposals for new member services and makes recommendations to the board to implement and monitor member services. Brings the message of the Council to the public and industry members. Encourages active memberships and publicizes efforts and accomplishments of the Council.
Education / Youth Development

Chairman: Open
Provides general educational opportunities for equine owners through short courses and clinics including administering and promoting scholarship award programs. Youth organizations such as FFA, 4-H, US Pony Club, Breed Associations, etc. benefit from council assisted programs representing youth interest at the local, state and national level.
Equine Welfare Health

Chairman: Ruby Halter
Addresses welfare issues within the state's equine community that will positively affect the quality and performance of equines in a variety of areas including emergency disaster response, slaughter, safe transportation and rescue. Informs the horse industry of disease problems through continuing education formats. Maintains media contact to alert and inform equine owners about health issues and special events.
Trails, Land Use, and Zoning

Chairman: Peggy Bianchi
Works to protect and expand the network of open lands available for trail riding. Provides an interactive forum between legislators, trail organizations and government and private agencies to preserve, improve and expand areas for equestrian recreation, land use and zoning.
Legislative and Governmental Affairs

Chairman: Daniel Lyons
Works to influence legislation and agency regulations for the benefit of the horse industry and horse owners in all areas pertaining to equine activities, welfare, land and trail use.
Marketing and Promotion

Chairman: Daniel Lyons
Works to promote the horse industry as a whole within the state of Louisiana.
Facilities

Chairman: Melinda Schexnaider
Seeks to maintain a dialog between horse facilities in the state and groups who use them, and keeps a current list of all equine facilities statewide.
Equine Assisted Programs

Co-Chairmans: Dixie Bunton and Heather Dionne
Educates the public in the benefits of equine assisted activities (therapeutic riding and driving). Encourages quality program standards and supports existing and new centers through clinics, educational programs and mentoring. Informs horse owners of the benefits of a "second career" for their horse in a therapeutic riding program.
Finance, Budget, and Grants

Chairman: Dixie Bunton
Oversees the Council's financial resources including investments and manages monthly, annual and long-range budgetary needs. Receives committee budget requests and submits proposed annual budgets to Board of Directors. Monitors financial contracts and grants. Recommends and reviews financial policies for the Council. Reviews audited and unaudited financial reports and reports findings to the Board of Directors.
Newsletter and Website

Newsletter Chairman: Traci Benoit
Website Chairman: Richard Hebert
Facilitates Louisiana Equine Council's (LEC) communication of news and useful information through quarterly membership newsletters, board e-news, and by maintaining a dynamic and current website.
Nominations and Board Development

Chairman: Daryl Schouest
Provides nomination guidelines, smooth board transitions, and execution of nominations.
Annual Meeting

Chairman: Dixie Bunton
Organizes annual meeting, overseeing location, events and publicity of meeting.
Horse Fair Exposition

Chairman: Ruby Collins
Organizes annual meeting, overseeing location, events and publicity of Expo.
Louisiana Equine Council(LEC)By-Laws

Chairman: Daryl Schouest
Manages and maintains current Louisiana Equine Council (LEC) bylaws.