New Racehorse Health and Safety Rules
This act aims to improve the health and safety of racehorses and the integrity of horseracing. It allows states to form interstate agreements to standardize medication control and racetrack safety rules. Citizens, especially those involved in the horseracing industry, can expect more consistent and scientifically-backed regulations, potentially impacting animal welfare and sport transparency.
Key points
Establishes a new organization (RHSO) to coordinate decisions and actions of state racing commissions regarding horse health and safety.
Authorizes states to enter into interstate compacts to develop and enforce uniform scientific medication control and racetrack safety rules.
Introduces detailed rules on prohibited substances, horse testing, and disciplinary procedures for covered persons in horseracing.
Requires new rules to be based on scientific principles and data, considering the unique characteristics of each horse breed.
Provides funding for the new organization through fees assessed on state racing commissions, which can come from various industry sources.
Status:
Expired
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