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Outdated Laws to be Updated: Horses Are Now Vehicles

Published February 13, 2026, 14:27

Seven articles of the Municipalities Law are being revised as they are considered outdated and inconsistent with modern conditions. The Internal Affairs Committee, in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior, identified provisions relating to obsolete issues, such as the regulation of horse traffic in residential areas. The changes aim to modernize legislation and avoid implementation problems. The conversion of horses to vehicles is being discussed for legislative adaptation purposes. The committee focuses on determining the responsible bodies for the implementation of the new legislation.