The Illinois Senate has passed a resolution aimed at discouraging a controversial rodeo practice known as bovine tailing. The measure, sponsored by State Senator Rachel Ventura of Joliet, also designates April 23rd, 2026 as Animal Welfare Day in Illinois.
Ventura says the goal is to ensure animals in rodeo events are treated humanely while still respecting the sport’s cultural traditions. Bovine tailing involves grabbing a steer by the tail and dragging it to the ground — a move veterinarians say can cause serious injury or even paralysis.
Bradley Miller, National Director of the Humane Farming Association, called the practice “cruel and injurious” and praised lawmakers for taking action. The Humane Farming Association has about 300,000 members nationwide, including many in Illinois.
The resolution has now been officially adopted by the Illinois Senate.
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October 17, 2025 at 06:09AM
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