My Soapbox for Equestrian Writings
If you are under 18 and live in New York state, you must now wear a helmet when riding a horse. All the time. New York became the first state to pass a law requiring helmets for children under the age of 14 in 1999 and it has now extended the law to cover children […]
Read MoreOn June 8th the Governor of Florida, Charlie Crist signed “Nicole’s Law” which requires that horseback riders 16 and younger to wear a helmet when riding on public roads and rights of way and while taking riding lessons. Rodeos, parades and private property are exempt. Sadly, Nicole’s law is named for Nicole Hornstein, 12, who […]
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