USTA Protocol on “Beard” Trainers
The USTA has submitted this protocol for discussion purposes and possible action. 2018 07 02 USTA Beard Trainer Protocol
Microchips, Digital Registration, Horse ID
The committee will be asked to consider the following: A proposed amendment to ARCI-006-020 Racing Secretary and an amendment to ARCI-010-030 Horses Ineligible. 2018 061718 TRPB MEMO for two minor model rules additions re digital certificates and digital tattoos 2018 0618 TRPB submission form
Concussion Protocol Amendment
This is an amendment to the recently passed revisions to ARCI-007-020 Facilities And Equipment dealing with concussion protocols. The proposal has been submitted by Michael Hopkins, RCI Chair and Executive Director of the Maryland Racing Commission. 2017 06 Hopkins Proposal – concussion
Sports Betting Rule Proposal
In the United States, the Supreme Court cleared the way for states to authorize and regulate sports betting. Several ARCI Members will be involved with that regulation in their jurisdiction. As there are currently no regulatory guidelines governing sports betting in the Model Rules, the committee is being asked to create a new…
Interference (Hold Over Item)
INTERFERENCE – FLAT RACING This matter was discussed at the last Model Rules Committee meeting. No action was taken.. There are two philosophies concerning interference in flat racing, creating an inconsistency for riders and fans. Please see the attached documents for a background as well as the proposed approach that has been adopted by…