The National Thoroughbred Racing Association uses political advocacy in Washington, D.C., to protect and grow the horse racing and breeding industries.

As a 501 (c) (6) membership organization and trade association, the NTRA lobbies and raises Political Action Committee funds through Horse PAC to help federal candidates who support measures that provide tax relief and business opportunities for performance horse owners, breeders and associations.

The Alpine Group, a Washington, D.C.-based lobbying firm, and the American Horse Council, representing more than 130 equine breeds, assist the NTRA in its advocacy efforts on behalf of the Thoroughbred industry.

As a trade association, the NTRA also works proactively with other industry groups to address matters such as equine health and safety, unwanted horses, medication, horse identification and sales integrity.