In an on going executive session, the TWHBEA Executive Committee releases this statement.

A motion made by Charles Wharton, seconded by Jane Meredith, and approved unanimously by the committee states:

While no longer a member of the National Horse Show Commission, TWHBEA will continue to solicit the input of and negotiate with the Walking Horse Trainers Association and the Walking Horse Owners Association in regards to HIO and other industry issues.

Further motion made by Charles Wharton, seconded by Ann Kuykendall, and approved unanimously by the committee states:

That the appearance of a conflict created by TWHBEA Board Members and Executive Committee members serving as NHSC Judges and DQP’s is waived for the calendar year of 2006