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Carriage Industry Banned From Working Horses In Blistering Heat
Carriage drivers will no longer be able to work their horses in 90 degree weather, or in 80 degree weather with a high heat index.

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Carriage drivers will no longer be able to work their horses in 90 degree weather, or in 80 degree weather with a high heat index.

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