(LEX 18) — Kentucky has reportedly allocated $250,000 in annual funding to support retired Thoroughbred racehorses through the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance following passage of House Bill 8 in the 2024 General Assembly.

According to a release from the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA), the funding will go directly to accredited aftercare facilities across Kentucky, "ensuring the well-being of horses beyond their racing careers."

The investment reinforces the industry's responsibility to Thoroughbreds throughout their entire lives, from breeding to retirement, the release detailed.

"We are grateful to the Kentucky legislature, the Governor and everyone involved in this process for recognizing the importance of aftercare and for providing this essential support," Walt Robertson, pr

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